Ingredients
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 teaspoon plus 6 tablespoons sugar, divided1 cup warm water (110° to 115°), divided1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)2 teaspoons salt1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons canola oil5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, melted, optional
Preparation
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in 1/2 cup warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Add milk, salt, egg, oil, 2 cups flour and remaining water and sugar. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 2 portions. Roll each portion to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. If desired, brush with butter.
Using the dull edge of a knife, crease each slightly off-center. Fold at the crease. Press edges together lightly. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°.
Bake 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
