Ultimate Dinner Rolls

Directions

• 1)

  In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, melted butter, and sugar.

• 2)

  Sprinkle the yeast evenly over the wet ingredients, stir to combine, and let stand for 5 minutes, until it starts to get a little foamy.

• 3)

  In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt, and stir to combine. Beat 1 egg, then add to the bloomed yeast mixture. Pour the wet ingredients into the flour and use a wooden spoon (or stand mixer) to stir until the mixture just comes together and forms a dough. Knead on a lightly floured surface (or in the stand mixer) for 5-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth. To test if it’s done, tear off a small piece of dough and stretch into a thin layer. If the dough doesn’t rip, it’s ready. Or, press a finger into the dough to see if it bounces back.

• 4)

  Lightly grease a large bowl with oil or cooking spray. Add the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 1 hour or so, or until doubled in size.

• 5)

  Turn out onto a floured surface and knead it for a minute or two, just until the dough is smooth.

• 6)

  Divide the dough into 16 equal balls, roughly the size of tangerines.

• 7)

  To shape into balls, gather the edges of the dough toward the center and roll in your cupped hands on an unfloured part of your counter to make a taut, round ball with a smooth top.

• 8)

  Place the rolls on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes.

• 9)

  Preheat the oven to 375˚F.

• 10)

  Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl. Uncover the rolls and brush with the egg wash. Lightly sprinkle the rolls with flaky sea salt.

• 11)

  Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls have lightly browned and doubled in size. Move onto a baking rack to cool before eating.