1 1/2 c. Warm Water, 105°-115°
1/2 c. Granulated Sugar
1 pkg. Yeast
2 Eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/4 tsp. Salt
1 c. Evaporated Milk
6-7 c. Bread Flour
1/4 c. Shortening

Oil for frying
2 c. Powdered Sugar, for coating

In a mixing bowl combine water, sugar, and yeast.
Let stand for 10 minutes.
Beat in eggs, salt, milk and 2 cups of flour.
Beat in shortening.
Mix in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough.
Turn out onto floured board and knead until smooth.
Place in a greased bowl.
Cover and let rise until doubled 1 1/2-2 hours.
Preheat oil in deep fryer to 350°F.
Turn dough out onto a floured board and roll to 1/4″ thickness.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife cut dough into 1″ squares.
Slide dough squares into hot oil.
Fry until puffed and golden brown, flipping a few times during frying process.
Remove from hot oil and place on paper toweling to drain.
Lightly dust tops of beignets with powdered sugar.
Best when eaten warm.