Parker House Rolls

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 1/4 cups warm milk (about 110°F)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• Additional melted butter for brushing
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps

1. 1 In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Stir in sugar, salt, egg, and 2 cups of flour. Beat until smooth.
2. 2 Gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. 3 Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. 4 Punch dough down and roll out to a 12x18-inch rectangle. Brush melted butter over the dough.
5. 5 Starting from the long side, roll up the dough tightly. Cut into 12 equal slices.
6. 6 Place rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
7. 7 Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake rolls for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. 8 Combine water, sugar, and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Heat until sugar dissolves. Brush over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Tips

• For best flavor, use freshly grated nutmeg on top of the cinnamon glaze.
• These rolls can be frozen unbaked. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
• Ensure your milk is the correct temperature to activate the yeast properly.

Storage

Store Parker House Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with a bowl of hearty soup or alongside a classic Thanksgiving turkey.
• Pair with a pat of honey butter for an extra treat.

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