Long Johns
Ingredients:
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3 (.25 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast
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½ cup warm water
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½ cup shortening
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1 cup boiling water
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1 cup canned evaporated milk
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2 eggs, beaten
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½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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½ cup white sugar
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2 teaspoons salt
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8 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 quart oil for frying, or as needed
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¾ cup confectioners' sugar
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1 tablespoon water, or as needed