Special Long Johns Recipe

Name: Special Long Johns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1/2 cup shortening; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 8-1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour; Oil for deep-fat frying; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 6 tablespoons butter, cubed; 1/3 cup half-and-half cream; 3 cups confectioners' sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

3 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup boiling water
1 cup evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8-1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour
Oil for deep-fat frying
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a small bowl, combine shortening and boiling water. Stir in milk and extract; cool to 110u00b0-115u00b0. Add to yeast mixture. Beat in eggs, sugar, salt and nutmeg. Add enough flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
2
On a floured surface, roll out dough to an 18x12-in. rectangle. Cut into 6x1-in. strips. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer to 375u00b0. Fry dough strips in oil for 2 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels.
4
For frosting, combine brown sugar, butter and cream in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat with portable mixture until creamy. Frost the long johns.

2424

kcal

Calories

Fat

372

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast, 1/2 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1/2 cup shortening, 1 cup boiling water, and more.

Yes, Special Long Johns falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Special Long Johns

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