Cinnamon Rolls

"These are the fluffiest cinnamon rolls. Just serve with a cup of milk and watch the smiles!"
-Maxine Benedict

Ingredients:
2 C milk, scalded
6 T shortening
1/2 C sugar
2 T yeast
1/2 C water, very warm
2 T sugar
2 1/2 C flour
1 1/2 tsp salt
3 eggs, beaten
3 C flour

Icing Ingredients:
2 C powdered sugar
1/2 C milk
1 tsp vanilla or almond extract

Directions:
Scald milk; add shortening and 1/2 C sugar. Dissolve yeast in very warm water and add 2 T sugar. Let stand a few minutes. Add flour to milk mixture. After cool, add salt, eggs and flour. Let rise twice. Roll 1/2 inch thick. Spread with butter, brown sugar, white sugar and cinnamon. Optional: nuts and raisins. Let rise. Bake at 350 for 20-25 min. Drizzle icing over cinnamon rolls.