Melt shortening (or butter) in large mixing bowl by adding boiling water to it.

Add sugar.

Mix together the warm water and yeast.

Add to the sugar-shortening mixture.

Mix in the eggs and salt.

Stir in enough flour so that dough will not be sticky.

Knead dough on floured surface until stiff (5-7 minutes).

Place in greased bowl. Cover.

When doubled in size, punch down and shape into small loaves or rolls.

Let rise for 1-1/2 hours.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes.