Soft Sandwich Buns
["1 pkg. active dry yeast", "1/2 tsp. sugar", "1/4 c. warm water", "1 c. lukewarm water", "1/2 c. milk", "5 c. flour", "1/4 c. shortening, softened", "1/4 c. sugar", "1 1/2 tsp. salt"]
["In large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1/2 teaspoon sugar in 1/4 cup warm water; let stand until foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.", "Add 1 cup water, milk and 2 cups flour. Stir vigorously until batter is smooth. Cover and let rise until light and spongy, about 30 minutes. Stir in shortening, 1/4 cup sugar and salt. Add remaining flour gradually until stiff dough is formed. On floured surface, knead dough until smooth and elastic, 5 to 10 minutes. Place in a greased bowl; turn to coat surface. Cover and let rise until doubled, 60 to 90 minutes. Shape into 2 inch balls by tucking ends under and flattening slightly. Place 3 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise until almost doubled. Bake in 350\u00b0 oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden."]
["active dry yeast", "sugar", "warm water", "water", "milk", "flour", "shortening", "sugar", "salt"]