Place in this order in a small mixing bowl:
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, soft or melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup hot milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
Beat at speed 3 (medium) for 3 minutes. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 1/2 to 2 cups flour to make a stiff dough. Cover. Let rest 15 minutes. Toss on well-floured surface until no longer sticky. Divide into 12 to 16 parts. Shape into flat buns; place on greased cookie sheet. Cover; let rise in a warm place until very light or doubled in size, about 45 or 60 minutes.
Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.