Sweet Potato Rolls

I made sweet potato rolls today and they were so good. The best part, the kids ate them AND LIKED THEM. Jaelyn's the only one who knows she was eating sweet potatoes.

Sweet Potato Rolls (courtesy of Aubrey S. from the Immanuel Baptist Church's Cookbook - and special thanks to Kelley for getting me the cookbook)

1 .25 oz pkg active dry yeast

4 tbsp white sugar

1 1/2 c. canned sweet potato puree

1/2 c. warm water

3 tbsp butter, softened

1 tsp salt

2 eggs

3 c. flour

Dissolve yeast, warm water and 1 tbsp sugar in a mixing bowl. Let stand 5 minutes. Add remaining sugar, sweet potato, butter, salt and slightly beaten eggs. Stir to mix well. Stir in 3 cups of flour. turn out on a lightly floured surface; Knead 2 to 3 minutes, adding just enough remaining flour to prevent sticking. Do not knead too heavily. When smooth, shape into a ball. Place in an oiled bowl and turn to coat the surface. Cover and let rise about 1 hour or longer.

Punch down and allow dough to rest for 2 minutes. Divide into 16-20 balls and place on a greased cookie sheet or in a 9x13 pan. Allow to rise until doubled. Bake at 375 for 12-20 minutes. Serve Warm.

The recipe was really simple, just a little time consuming with the rising. The rolls were so yummy with a little butter melted in them. I can't wait to have one warmed up with jelly for breakfast.