Gloria'S Sopaipillas(Fried Indian Bread) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
4 Tbsp. shortening
1 1/2 c. warm water
shortening or oil

Preparation

Combine dry ingredients in a medium size mixing bowl and cut in shortening.
Make a well in center of dry ingredients.
Add water to dry ingredients and work into a dough.
Knead dough until smooth; cover and set aside for 20 minutes.
Heat 2 inches of shortening in a heavy pan at medium-high heat (425\u00b0).
Roll dough to a 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured board.
Cut dough into 4-inch squares and fry until golden on both sides, turning once.
Drain Sopaipillas on absorbent towels.