The Best Dinner Rolls

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• ½ large egg
• 2½ tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 to 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• Additional melted butter for brushing

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and butter. Microwave for 1 minute and then let sit until the butter is mostly melted.
2. In a large bowl or mixer, add half the flour, sugar, egg, yeast,and salt. Mix. Add the liquid mixture and stir to combine.
3. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. Knead 6 to 8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
5. Punch down the dough and divide into 8–12 equal portions. Shape into balls and place in a greased pan.
6. Cover and let rise again until doubled, 30 to 45 minutes.
7. Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown. Brush warm rolls with melted butter before serving.