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Instructions:
Proof the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture, melted butter, and the egg. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook for this step.
First rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Shape the rolls: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each portion into a round ball. Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, leaving some space between each roll.
Second rise: Cover the pan with a kitchen towel and let the rolls rise again for about 30-45 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
Preheat the oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls: Once the rolls have doubled in size, bake them in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. You can also brush the tops with melted butter during the last few minutes of baking for a shiny finish.
Cool and enjoy: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve these fluffy homemade bread rolls warm with butter or your favorite spread.
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