Cinnamon Twists

Grandma Lankford's Cinnamon Twists

4.5 tsp yeast
2 cups scalded milk
2 tbsp. sugar
4 tbsp. melted shortening
6 cups flour
4 eggs, beaten
1 tsp salt

1. Scald milk, let cool, add sugar, then yeast to proof.
2. Add shortening and half of flour, mix until smooth.
3. Add eggs, salt and remaining flour.
4. Knead dough.
5. Let dough raise in a greased bowl for 1.5 hours.
6. Pinch off dough into the size of an egg, roll between hands until 5 or 6 inches long.
7. Dip in melted butter and cinnamon/sugar mixture.
8. Tie in a loose knot. Place on a greased cookie sheet. Let raise until doubled.
9. Let bake 16 minutes at 350.