Beignets(New Orleans-Style Square Donuts)

* Exported from MasterCook *

Beignets (New Orleans-Style Square Donuts)

Recipe By : Presto
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : To Post

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 package Hot Roll Mix -- (1-pound)
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Confectioners' sugar -- sifted

Prepare roll mix according to package directions, adding 1/4 cup sugar to
flour mixture and vanilla to hot water. When kneading is completed, proceed
as follows: Coat a bowl with shortening or oil; roll ball of dough in bowl to
coat with oil. Cover with waxed paper and a towel. Refrigerate for several
hours or overnight. Remove dough from refrigerator; punch down and cut in
half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each half to make a 9 x 12-inch
rectangle. Cut each into 12 (3-inch) squares. Cover with a towel and let
rise for 30 minutes. Deep fry beignets, two at a time. Fry 1-1/2 minutes;
turn and fry 1-1/2 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle generously with
confectioners' sugar. Makes 2 dozen.

Converted by MC_Buster.



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NOTES : Just like they serve at Cafe du Monde, only easier! Convenient hot
roll mix is the secret. Don't forget to serve with steaming mugs of strong
coffee.