Beignets

Beignets

Beignets is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1/2 c. boiling water, 2 tbsp. shortening, 1/4 c. sugar, 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/2 c. evaporated milk, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Great for entertaining guests or a cozy night in.

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πŸ”— Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

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 dough in a greased bowl, turning to grease the top.

Cover with wax paper and a cloth and chill until ready to use.

On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to 1/8-inch thickness.

Do not let dough rise before frying.

Cut into 2-inch squares and fry in deep hot fat at 360Β°.

Brown on one side.

Turn and brown on the other side.

Drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with the confectioners sugar and serve hot.

Makes 30 doughnuts.

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