Step #1 Stir together yeast, 1/2 c warm water (100° to 110°), & 1 tsp.
Step #2 sugar in a 1-c glass measuring c; let this stand 5 mins.
Step #3 Combine yeast mixture & 1/2 c flour in a mixing bowl; stir vigorously until mixture is well mixed.
Step #4 Gradually add mashed sweet potatoes, next 7 ingredients, & 4 1/2 c flour, stirring until well mixed after each addition.
Step #5 Turn dough out onto a well-floured surface, & knead in remaining 1/2 c flour.
Step #6 Continue to knead until smooth & elastic (about 4 to 5 mins).
Step #7 Place dough In a large-ish bowl coated with cooking spray.
Step #8 Cover up with plastic wrap, free from drafts, & let rise in a warm place (85°), 1 hr to 1 hr & 30 mins or until doubled in bulk.
Step #9 Punch dough down.
Step #10 Turn dough out onto a well-floured surface, & roll this into a 10- x 18-inch rectangle.
Step #11 Spread evenly with Filling, leaving a 1-inch border.
Step #12 Roll up dough, jelly-roll fashion, starting at 1 long side.
Step #13 Cut into 12 (1 1/2-inch) slices, & arrange in a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking pan.
Step #14 Cover up with plastic wrap, & let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 30 mins.
Step #15 Bake rolls at 400° for 10 mins.
Step #16 Remove rolls from oven; drizzle about 1/2 c Glaze slowly over rolls, starting at 1 edge of pan & drizzling in a circular pattern; let glaze soak in.
Step #17 Repeat procedure with remaining Glaze.
Step #18 Bake rolls 7 to 10 more mins or until lightly browned & a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
Step #19 Remove rolls from oven, & invert onto an aluminum foil wrap-lined baking sheet.
Step #20 Invert again, glaze side up, onto a serving platter.
Step #21 Let cool 20 to 30 mins.
Step #22 Serve warm.
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