Small Batch Beignets (Bread Machine)

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   Measure all your ingredients out and have everything ready to go.

2. 2

   Heat the shortening and water together until the shortening is melted and the whole mixture is very warm but not scalding hot. Pour into bread machine.

3. 3

   Turn machine on and quickly add the other ingredients in the order listed and allow the bread machine to knead the dough for the full dough cycle.

4. 4

   Remove dough from pan to a flour-dusted surface and roll thin. Cut into squares and fry in hot oil just long enough for them to golden brown.

5. 5

   Drain and serve sprinkled with powdered sugar.

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   Tip: Beignets puff up two inches thick or more, so you need at least a couple of inches of oil in your pan.

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