Ingredients:2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1/2 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 cup evaporated (or Parve) milk 7 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup shortening 1 quart vegetable oil for frying 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar Add all ingredients to In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, salt, eggs, evaporated milk, and blend well. Mix in 4 cups of the flour and beat until smooth. Add the shortening, and then the remaining 3 cups of flour. Cover and let rest for 40 minutes at least.Roll out dough 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 2 1/2 inch squares. Fry in 360 degree F (180 degrees C) hot oil. If beignets do not pop up, oil is not hot enough. Drain onto paper towels. Shake confectioners' sugar on hot beignets. Serve warm.Enjoy!!!
