1-Hour Light and Buttery Crescent Rolls Recipe
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I wish I could say that I’ve got my Thanksgiving menu all lined up, but that would be false. I’ve barely had time to think about it, although it would take more than the usual life craziness to keep me from mashed potatoes and stuffing.
And rolls. There must be rolls. Ideally, light, buttery, and ready in 60 minutes. Fortunately I’ve got that covered.
Since discovering the 1-Hour Light and Buttery Dinner Rolls, I’ve made them so often that they’ve become a holiday staple. And they really are delicious – check out the comments on that page to see lots of love for these quick and easy rolls.
This year I thought I’d put a festive spin on them and roll them into crescents. Crescents make for excellent holiday fare –…
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