Golden Dinner Rolls

I'm still in search of the "Bulkie" roll recipe from Tops.  These were good, although not quite there yet, they were similar.

Original recipe makes 42 rolls (I made about 36)

Makes servings USMetricAdjust Recipe (Help)

2 (.25 ounce) packagesactive dry yeast

2 tablespoons white sugar

1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)

1 cup milk

1/2 cup butter

1 cup white sugar

2 eggs

2 teaspoons salt

8 cups all-purpose flour ( I had to use more)

2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 2 tablespoons sugar in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes. Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Mix in the butter and remaining 1 cup sugar; stir until melted. Let cool until lukewarm.
2. In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the milk mixture, eggs, salt and 3 cups of flour; stir well to combine. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3. Punch down dough and divide into thirds; divide each portion in a 14 inch roll; divide each roll into 14 pieces. Roll the pieces into 9 inch ropes and tie into knots. Place the rolls 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4. Bake in preheated oven) for 15 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter.

From allrecipes.com