"To make these handsome crescents, roll out the dough, trim it, and then cut into triangles. Stretch each, and roll up, starting at the wide end...."
INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for bowl and plastic wrap, plus 2 tablespoons melted
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1 1/4 cups whole milk
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1/4 cup vegetable shortening
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1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar
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2 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 (1/4 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
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1/4 cup water (105 degrees to 110 degrees)
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface