Beignets
Ingredients:
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2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
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1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
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½ cup white sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 eggs
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1 cup evaporated milk
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7 cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup shortening
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1 quart vegetable oil for frying
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¼ cup confectioners' sugar