Recipe Details
Ingredients
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1(.25 ounce) packageactive dry yeast
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1 ½cupswarm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
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1cupevaporated milk
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½cupwhite sugar
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2eggs
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1teaspoonsalt
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7cupsall-purpose flour, divided
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¼cupshortening
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1quartvegetable oil for frying
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¼cupconfectioners’ sugar
Cooking Directions
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Dissolve yeast in warm water. Pour into a large bowl and stir in evaporated milk, white sugar, eggs, and salt. Add 4 cups flour and beat until smooth.
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Mix in shortening. Mix in remaining 3 cups flour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
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Roll dough out on floured surface to 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares.
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Heat oil in a deep pot to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C).
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Fry beignets in batches until browned and puffed. (If beignets sink and do not pop up, oil is not hot enough.) Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Shake confectioners’ sugar over hot beignets. Serve immediately.
Editor’s Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts
| Full Nutrition Label | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe10 | |
| Calories543 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 18g |
23% |
| Saturated Fat 4g |
20% |
| Cholesterol 45mg |
15% |
| Sodium 277mg |
12% |
| Total Carbohydrate 83g |
30% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g |
9% |
| Total Sugars 16g |
|
| Protein 12g |
25% |
| Vitamin C 1mg |
1% |
| Calcium 86mg |
7% |
| Iron 4mg |
24% |
| Potassium 202mg |
4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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