Dinner Roll Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Topping Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of instant yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk over low heat until warm (about 110°F or 43°C). Do not let it boil.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, 1 tablespoon of melted unsalted butter, and 1 whole egg until smooth.
- 4
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a dough begins to form.
- 5
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 6
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Shaping and Baking
- 7
Shape the Rolls
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased baking dish.
- 8
Second Rise
Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise again for about 30 minutes, until puffy.
- 9
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 10
Bake the Rolls
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11
Prepare the Topping
While the rolls are baking, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small bowl. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley.
- 12