Beignets

• 1 pkg. Active Dry Yeast
• 1 ½ cups Warm Water
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp. salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 7 – 8 cups all purpose flour
• ¼ cup soft shortening

 In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle yeast over water; stir to dissolve. Add sugar, salt, eggs, and milk. Blend with blender. Add 4 cups flour, beat smooth. Add shortening and beat in remaining flour.

Cover with plastic wrap and let chill overnight. Roll out on floured surface to ¼ inch thick. Cut into squares. Deep fry for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned on both sides.

Serve warm sprinkled with powdered sugar.