Lion House Crescent Rolls

2 cups warm water
2 Tbs. yeast (+1 Tbs. sugar)
1/3 c. shortening or butter, melted
1 egg
2/3 c. powdered milk
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
5-6 c. flour

Mix yeast and water; allow to sit for 15 min.  Add to other ingredients except flour.  Add flour a cup at a time and knead until well combined.  Put in a greased bowl and let rise until double, about 1 hour.  Punch down dough, divide in half and roll dough into circles on floured surface.Cut and roll dough into crescent shapes.  Place on baking sheet and let rest for 20 min.  Bake in a 375 degree oven for 9-11 min.  Brush with butter when done.