Beignets

* Exported from MasterCook *

BEIGNETS

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Serving Size : 30 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cajun Bread

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pk Yeast
3 tb -- water, warm
3/4 c Milk
1/4 c Sugar
1/4 c Shortening
1 t Salt
1 Egg -- beaten
3 c Flour -- divided
Oil
Sugar, confectioners -- sifted

Proof the yeast. Scald the milk; stir in the sugar, shortening, and
salt. Cook the mixture to the 105 to 115 degree range. Add milk
mixture, egg, and 2 cups flour to the yeast mixture, mixing well.
Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Turn
the dough out onto a floured surface, and knead until smooth and
elastic (8 to 10 minutes). Place in a well-greased bowl, turning to
grease the top. Cover and let rise about 1 hour, or until doubled.
Punch dough down; turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll dough
into a 12" x 10" rectangle; cut into 2" squares. Place on a floured
surface; cover and let rise in a warm place 30 minutes or until
doubled in bulk.

Heat 3" to 4" of oil to 375 degrees; drop in 3 to 4 beignets at a
time. Cook 1 minute on each side or until golden. Drain on paper
towels, and sprinkle with powdered sugar.



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