Beignets

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl of a kitchen aid mixer dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Add the milk and next 5 ingredients.
3. 3
   Then beat in flour, 1 cup at a time, on medium-high speed for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Dough will be sticky.
5. 5
   Work 1/4 of the dough at a time.
6. 6
   Place on a well floured board and roll dough to about 1/8 inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut dough into 2 inch squares (irregular shapes are OK).
8. 8
   Preheat oil to 370 degrees.
9. 9
   Fry squares in oil, just a few at a time.
10. 10
    When they rise to the surface, flip and cook until golden brown.
11. 11
    Drain on paper towels.
12. 12
    Dust with powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar.
13. 13
    Serve warm.