Dog Ears(Fried Bread)

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk and pour over sugar, salt and shortening.
2. 2
   Add 3/4 cups hot water.
3. 3
   Let cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup lukewarm water.
5. 5
   Add both mixtures together.
6. 6
   Add flour and knead. Set aside, covered with towel, until double in size.
7. 7
   Knead down again.
8. 8
   Pinch off small pieces and flatten.
9. 9
   Fry in skillet in shortening on both sides until light brown.
10. 10
    Very good buttered and served with soup beans.