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In a heavy pot, heat oil to 350 to 375 degrees.
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Combine sugar with water and add yeast.
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To proof yeast, put in a warm, moist place or put a pot of boiling water in an enclosed space such as the oven or clean, empty dishwasher.
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This provides a draftfree warm, moist place for the yeast to prove itself active.
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While yeast proofs, heat orange juice, margarine, sugar and salt in a small pan.
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When lukewarm, pour into bowl and add beaten eggs and proofed yeast.
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Stir to mix.
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Add flour and make into a pliable dough.
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Knead on floured board or in bowl.
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Grease bowl and allow dough to rise in a warm, moist place for about a half hour.
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Punch down.
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Cut dough in strips or cut into circles.
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Place on greased, floured cookie sheet at least one inch apart.
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Return to warm, moist place to rise.
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(By now you should reboil water in enclosed space to provide warmth and moisture.)
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Allow to rise for 20 minutes or longer if time allows.
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Fry in preheated deep fat until nicely browned on both sides.
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Drain on paper towels.
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Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar or cinnamon and sugar mixture.
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These may also be served with honey or jam or both, and may be reheated to restore freshness.
