Elephant Ears

Directions

1. 1
   Mix milk, sugar, salt and shortening.
2. 2
   Heat until shortening melts, but don't boil.
3. 3
   Cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   Add yeast and stir until dissolved.
5. 5
   Stir in flour 2 cups at a time, beating until smooth.
6. 6
   Place dough into a greased bowl.
7. 7
   Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until double in size (about 30 minutes).
8. 8
   Dust hands with flour.
9. 9
   Pinch off pieces about the size of golf balls.
10. 10
    Roll into thin 6-8 inch circles.
11. 11
    Fry one at a time until it rises to the surface.
12. 12
    Turn and fry until light brown.
13. 13
    Drain in paper.
14. 14
    Sprinkle generously with sugar and/or cinnamon& sugar.