Aunt Effie's Never Gummy, Always Yummy Yeast Rolls

Empty contents of dry yeast packets into a large bowl. Add water and stir until dissolved. Let stand until bubbly. Stir in shortening, sugar, eggs and salt, and mix well.

Add flour, mixing in gradually to form a soft ball. Knead. Cover and let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, 4 to 6 hours. Punch down, then let rise again. (Dough may be prepared ahead to this point and stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.)

Roll dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with round biscuit cutter. Spread with melted butter and fold over, envelope-style. Place on baking sheet. Let rise about 2 hours.

Preheat oven to 375 °. Bake until done, about 15 minutes.