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Beignets 01
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BEIGNETS (french market doughnuts)
1/2 cup boiling water 2 T shortening 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 t. salt 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1/2 package dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water 1 egg, beaten 3 3/4 cups sifted flour powdered sugar
In a large mixing bowl pour the boiling water over the shortening, sugar and salt. Add the milk and let stand until warm. in a small bowl dissolve the yeast in the warm water and add to the milk mixture with the egg. Stir in 2 cups flour and beat. Add enough flour to make a soft dough. Place the doube in a greased bowl turning to grease the top. Cover with wax paper and a cloth and chill until ready to use. On a light floured surface roll the dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Do not let dough rise before frying. Cut into 2-inch squares and fry, a few at a time, in deep hot oil. Brown on 1 side, turn and brown the other side. Drain and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve hot. Makes 30.
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