Old-Fashioned Butter Rolls

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

   • In a large bowl, mix flour and a pinch of salt.

   • Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

   • Add just enough ice water to bring the dough together into a stiff ball.

2. Roll & Fill

   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough very thin.

   • Use a saucer or cutter to cut into rounds.

   • Spread each round with softened butter and sprinkle generously with sugar.

   • Roll each piece tightly into a log.

3. Bake the Rolls

   • Place rolls in a buttered baking dish.

   • Bake at 400°F (200°C) until lightly golden brown.

4. Prepare the Milk Sauce

   • While the rolls bake, heat milk in a saucepan (do not boil).

   • Sweeten with sugar to taste and stir in the vanilla.

5. Finish & Serve

   • When the rolls are lightly browned, pour the hot milk sauce over them.

   • Return to the oven for 10–15 minutes.

   • Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

• For extra richness, sprinkle the dough with a mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans before rolling.

• These rolls taste incredible with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.