In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with hook attachment, combine the milk, sugar and yeast. Let proof for 5 minutes or until bubbly and frothy.

Add the eggs and mix to combine. Add in the flour and salt and turn the mixer to medium speed and knead the dough for 2 minutes.

Turn the mixer to a low speed and slowly add the butter and shortening.  Knead for another 6-8 minutes to allow the gluten to develop.

Remove the bowl from the mixer and cover with plastic wrap or damp towel. Let rise for 2 hours or until the dough has doubled in size.

Once the dough has finished rising, turn the dough out onto a clean, floured surface. Roll out into a 10" disc and then cut like a pizza into 8 triangles.

Roll each one up, folding the corners underneath itself. Place each dough ball onto a baking sheet that has been sprayed with baking spray. Cover with plastic wrap or damp towel and let rise for 1 hour.

While the dough is rising for the second time, preheat the oven to 350°F and make the eggs wash. In a small mixing bowl add eggs, water and salt.

Once the dough has risen, remove the plastic wrap and brush each dough ball with the egg wash. Top with sesame seeds, if desired.

Place the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 21 minutes or until golden brown.

Once baked, remove from the oven and place on a wire cooling rack.

Once cooled, serve as desired. We love to cut them in half and use them as the best homemade burger buns.