Small Batch Beignets (Bread Machine)

Directions

1. 1
   Measure all your ingredients out and have everything ready to go.
2. 2
   Heat the shortening and water together until the shortening is melted and the whole mixture is very warm but not scalding hot. Pour into bread machine.
3. 3
   Turn machine on and quickly add the other ingredients in the order listed and allow the bread machine to knead the dough for the full dough cycle.
4. 4
   Remove dough from pan to a flour-dusted surface and roll thin. Cut into squares and fry in hot oil just long enough for them to golden brown.
5. 5
   Drain and serve sprinkled with powdered sugar.
6. 6
   Tip: Beignets puff up two inches thick or more, so you need at least a couple of inches of oil in your pan.