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Thyme Dinner Rolls

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed to 110°F
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast one packet
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter melted (for brushing)

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add melted butter, egg, and chopped thyme, whisking to combine.
  2. Add flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms, then turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball by pulling the edges underneath. Place rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spacing them evenly.
  5. Cover rolls with a towel and let rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy and touching each other.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush rolls with melted butter and bake for 16-18 minutes until golden brown on top.
  7. Remove from oven and brush with additional butter. Serve warm.