Cinnamon Potato Rolls

This recipe has been in my family for many years. I make them often and hope they will be a hit with your family too.

In a large mixing bowl , combine sugar and mashed potatoes.

Add water and yeast.

Mix well.

Cover and let rise in a warm place for one hour.

Meanwhile , combine filling ingredients and set aside.

Stir dough down.

Mix in butter , eggs and salt.

Gradually stir in flour.

Turn out onto a lightly floured surface.

Knead until smooth and elastic , about 6-8 minutes.

Divide dough in half.

On a floured surface , roll each portion into a 12in.

By 12 inch square.

Divide filling and spread over each square to within 1 inch of the edges.

Roll up jelly-roll style.

Place in a greased 9 by 9inch baking pan.

Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled , about 1 hour.

Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes or until golden.

Drizzle with a confectioners sugar icing if desired.

sugar, mashed potatoes, water, active dry yeast, butter, eggs, salt, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, cream, icing