Elephant Ears
Elephant Ears is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 2 c. milk, 5 tbsp. sugar, 5 tbsp. shortening, 2 tbsp. salt and 2 envelopes active dry yeast, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. An easy weeknight meal that comes together quickly.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Scald milk; add sugar, shortening and salt.
Cool to lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast onto water in large bowl.
Add milk mixture and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth.
Stir in enough additional flour to make a stiff dough.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured board. Knead until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes.
Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top.
Cover and let rise in warm place, until double in size, about 1 hour.
Divide dough into 6 to 8 balls.
Roll each out in the form of an elephant ear.
Heat vegetable oil to 375Β°.
Deep fry ears, one at a time, for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Serve hot, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.
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