Instructions: In a bowl combine flour and shortening; mix in yeast, set aside.

In a medium bowl beat eggs, warm milk, salt and sugar with an electric mixer for 30 seconds. Stir in the flour mixture. Place mixture in a bowl and let rise for 4 hours.

While dough is rising, prepare filling. Mix graham cracker crumbs, chopped nuts, raisins and brown sugar. Stir till thoroughly combined.

Divide dough in half; roll into a rectangle. Place on a lightly floured surface. Spread with filling. Dot with 1/2 cup butter. Roll and seal seams. Brush with 1/4 cup melted butter. Cover and let rise for about 2 hours.

Place rolls in two greased 9- by 1 1/2-inch round baking pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Frost, if desired, while warm.

This recipe yields 24 servings.

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