Name: Beignets
Prep time: 75 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 3/4 cup water (lukewarm ); 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast ((or 1 envelope)); 1/4 cup sugar; 1 egg; 1/2 cup milk; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tbsp butter (unsalted and softened); vegetable oil for frying; powdered sugar for sprinkling (optional)