Sopaipillas

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in warm water in a large bowl, stirring well.
2. 2
   Let stand 5 minutes until bubbly.
3. 3
   Add remaining sugar, shortening, baking powder, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat at low speed of electric mixer until smooth.
4. 4
   Stir in remaining flour to make a soft dough.
5. 5
   Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to grease top.
6. 6
   Cover; let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
7. 7
   Punch down dough; turn onto a lightly floured surface.