Elephant Ears

Directions

1. 1
   Heat but do not boil milk, sugar, salt and shortening until shortening is melted.
2. 2
   Cool until lukewarm.
3. 3
   Add yeast and stir until dissolved.
4. 4
   Stir in flour 2 cups (475 ml) at a time, beating until smooth after each addition.
5. 5
   Put in greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth.
6. 6
   Let rise until doubled (about 30 minutes).
7. 7
   Dust hands with flour and pinch off pieces of dough about the size of a golf ball.
8. 8
   Stretch each ball into a thin 6 inch to 8 inch circle.
9. 9
   Fry one at a time in 350 degree (175 C.) oil.
10. 10
    Turn and fry other side until light brown.
11. 11
    Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with cinnamon/sugar mixture.