Sopaipillas

1. 1

   Sift dry ingredients together.

2. 2

   Work in shortening with fingertips until mixture has the consistency of cornmeal.

3. 3

   Add just enough water to hold together.

4. 4

   Let rest in refrigerator for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Roll dough to thickness of 1/8 inch and cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.

6. 6

   Fry in deep oil until crisp and brown, about 3 minutes on each side.

7. 7

   Drain and serve hot.

8. 8

   For a sweet bread, roll in cinnamon-sugar after frying.

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