Heat milk until warm, but not boiling.

Pour warm milk over shortening, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

Let cool to lukewarm.

Add 1 cup of sifted flour to the mixture.

Dissolve dry yeast in warm water.

Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture.

Break an egg into the yeast cup (after the yeast has been dumped).

Beat the egg and add it to the flour mixture.

Mix well.

Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of sifted flour.

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface.

Knead well.

Return the dough to a buttered bowl.

Cover with a cloth.

Let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk.

Punch down the dough and shape into rolls.

Place rolls on a baking sheet.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.