Name: Beignets
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H5M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Ingredients: 1 package dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 1 egg beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 3 to 4 cups peanuts oil, for deep frying; Confectioners' sugar, for garnish; Cinnamon sugar, for garnish

Directions

In a bowl of a Kitchen Aid mixer dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk and next 5 ingredients. Then beat in flour, 1 cup at a time, on medium-high speed for 1 minute. Dough will be sticky. Work 1/4 of the dough at a time. Place on a well-floured board and roll dough to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut dough into 2-inch squares (irregular shapes are OK). Preheat oil to 370 degrees. Fry squares in oil, just a few at a time. When they rise to the surface, flip and cook until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.