"Light, crispy pastry puffs, sopaipillas are a sweet way to round out a spicy meal. They make a nice winter dessert served warm and topped with honey or sugar. —Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon shortening
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1/3 cup warm water
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Oil for deep-fat frying
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Honey, optional
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Confectioners' sugar, optional