Sopaipillas

Directions

1. 1
   Combine dry ingredients and cut in shortening.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water and add to scalded milk that has been cooled.
3. 3
   Make a well in center of dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Add liquid to dry ingredients and work into dough.
5. 5
   Knead dough 15 to 20 times and set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness or slightly thinner.
7. 7
   Cut into squares or triangles and fry in deep fryer at 420°.
8. 8
   Fry only 2 at a time, so the oil stays hot.
9. 9
   If the oil is hot, the sopaipillas will puff up and become hollow shortly after they have been added to the oil.
10. 10
    Drain on paper towels and serve hot.