French Market Beignets

Step 1

Put warm water in a large bowl and stir in the yeast until dissolved.

Step 2

Add the sugar, salt, eggs and milk to the yeast. Melt the shortening only until softened and add to the mixture.

Step 3

Stir in the flour gradually until dough makes a firm ball and pulls away from the sides.

Step 4

Cover bowl and refrigerate at least a couple of hours or overnight - dough will rise.

Step 5

When ready to cook, scoop out a quarter or so of the dough and roll out onto a lightly flour surface about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 6

Cut into 3 inch squares and drop in 350 degree heated oil until golden brown approximately 45 seconds to one minute on each side.

Step 7

Drain on paper towel's then sprinkle with mounds of confectioners powdered sugar.

Step 8

Serve beignets with cafe au-lait