Bacon Beignets
INGREDIENTS
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1 packet active dry yeast
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup evaporated milk
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7 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoon grated orange zest
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1/4 cup vegetable shortening
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1 pound Smithfield bacon, cooked crisp, drained, and finely diced
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peanut oil for deep-frying
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confectioners’ sugar (as needed)
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Lemon Thyme Curd (recipe follows):
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3 large eggs
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1 cup sugar
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1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
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1/4 cup (about 1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
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