Soft Dinner Rolls

• 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F, warm to the touch)
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) instant or active dry yeast
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1 large egg
• 4 tbsp butter, melted, plus 2 tbsp for brushing
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 to 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1. 1In a large bowl, stir the warm milk, yeast and sugar. Let it sit 5 minutes, until a little foamy.
2. 2Whisk in the egg, 4 tbsp melted butter and salt. Stir in 3 cups of flour until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
3. 3Knead on a floured counter for 5–7 minutes, adding a little more flour only if it sticks badly, until smooth and springy.
4. 4Put it back in the bowl, cover and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1 hour.
5. 5Grease a 9x13-inch pan. Divide the dough into 12 pieces, roll each into a ball and arrange them in the pan. Cover and let rise 30–40 minutes, until puffy and touching.
6. 6Heat the oven to 375°F. Bake 18–20 minutes, until golden on top. Brush with the remaining melted butter right away.

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