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                     Beignets (New Orleans Doughnuts)

Recipe By     :  Port Orleans Food Court in Walt Disney World
Serving Size  : 5    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Breads                           Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1       pk           Dry yeast
     1/2   c            Sugar
   2       x            Eggs
   7       c            Flour
   1 1/2   c            Warm water
   1       t            Salt
   1       c            Undiluted evaporated milk
     1/4   c            Soft shortening
   1       x            Oil for frying
   1       x            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.

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