Buttery Soft Parker House Rolls

Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (or one packet)
• 1 1/4 cups warm milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for brushing)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Additional melted butter for brushing (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk and 1/2 cup melted butter.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk-butter mixture.
4. Stir the ingredients together until a soft dough forms.
5. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup at a time, until the dough is smooth, soft, and slightly sticky. You may not need to use all the remaining flour.
6. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
7. Grease a clean bowl with oil or butter, place the dough inside, cover it with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
8. After the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air bubbles.
9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
10. Divide the dough into equal-sized portions and shape them into balls. The traditional Parker House rolls are slightly flattened and folded in half, but you can also shape them into regular rolls if preferred.
11. Place the shaped rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each roll.
12. Cover the rolls loosely with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
13. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
14. Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for that signature Parker House roll shine and flavor.
15. Serve the buttery soft Parker House rolls warm. They are perfect alongside a meal or as a delicious snack.

Enjoy these irresistibly soft and buttery Parker House rolls, a classic addition to any dining table or special occasion!