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Beignets (creole Doughnuts) Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Proof the yeast.
Step #2 Scald the milk; stir in the the sugar, shortening, and salt.
Step #3 Cook the mixture to the 105 to 115 degree range.
Step #4 Add milk mixture, & 2 c flour to the yeast mixture, egg, mixing well.
Step #5 slowly stir in the enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
Step #6 Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, & knead until smooth and elastic (8 to 10 mins).
Step #7 place this in a well-greased bowl, turning to grease the top.
Step #8 Cover & let rise about 1 hr, or until doubled.
Step #9 Punch dough down; turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
Step #10 Roll dough into a 12" x 10" rectangle; cut into 2" squares.
Step #11 Place on a floured surface; cover & let rise in a warm place 30 mins or until doubled in bulk.
Step #12 Heat 3" to 4" of oil to 375 degrees; drop in 3 to 4 beignets at a time.
Step #13 Cook 1 min on each side or until golden.
Step #14 Drain on paper towels, & Sprinkle top with powdered sugar.
Step #15 --.
Enjoy the BEIGNETS (CREOLE DOUGHNUTS) recipe