Italian Dinner Rolls

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and seasonings. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and 2 tablespoons butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add egg; beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.

Step 2

Turn onto floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 15 pieces. Shape each into a ball. Melt remaining butter; dip tops of balls in butter and remaining cheese.

Step 4

Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.