"Doughnuts have long been linked to Mardi Gras or “Fat Tuesday.” In Louisiana, fried dough pillows called beignets are the favorite. Make the dough the night before; then fry in the morning so they’re hot and heavenly! ..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 package dry yeast
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1/2 cup warm water
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1/2 cup evaporated milk
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon oil
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon salt (optional)
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3 cups flour
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oil for deep frying
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powdered sugar