Name: Beignets
Prep time: 1 h 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons warm water (105°F); 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast; 2 teaspoon vegetable shortening; 1 tablespoon sugar (plus a pinch for yeast proofing); 3 tablespoons whole milk; 1 large egg white; 3 tablespoons boiling water; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling); 2 cups neutral oil for frying (I use canola); 1 cup powdered sugar