| 1 Tbsp | Yeast, active dry |
| 1/4 Cup | Warm Water |
| 1/3 Cup | Shortening or Butter, softened |
| 1/4 Cup | Sugar |
| 1/4 Tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 Tsp | Nutmeg(optional) |
| 3/4 Cup | Milk, scalded |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 3 1/2 Cups | Flour |
1) Combine yeast and warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes.
2) Add softened shortening or butter, sugar, salt and nutmeg.
3) Add milk and eggs, stirring well.
4) Gradually add flour, kneading until dough is smooth and satiny.
5) Knead dough a few times until dough is easy to handle.
6) Let dough rise for a half hour. Punch down and knead.
7) Divide dough into 3 parts, dividing each into smaller portions.
8) Shape each portion into a small round ball. Place into muffin tins or on a baking sheet.
9) Let rise covered for another hour or until doubled in size.
10) Whisk together an egg and 2 tbsp water. Lightly brush over buns.
11) Bake at 400 F for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
