Beignets #1

-Mary Tuohy-FHWM03B 1 pk Dry yeast

1/2 c Sugar

2 Eggs

7 c Flour

1 1/2 c -Warm water

1 ts Salt

1 c Undiluted evaporated milk

1/4 c Soft shortening

Oil; for frying Confectioner's sugar In a large bowl, sprinkle yeast over water, stir to dissolve. Add sugar, salt, eggs, and milk. Blend with rotary beater. Add 4 cups of the flour. Cover and chill overnight. Roll out on floured board to 1/8" thickness. Cut into 2 1/2" squares. Deep fry at 360 degrees 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle heavily with confectioner's sugar. Makes about 5 dozen. Dough keeps well in refrigerator for several days. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and punch down occassionally. This recipe from Port Orleans Food Court in Walt Disney World and is the courtesy of Gail Hayden (NRKH30A).
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