Sopaipillas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 3/4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. shortening
2/3 c. cold water
oil for deep fat frying

Preparation

Sift dry ingredients.
Add shortening and cut in with knives until blended.
Gradually add enough cold water to make a pastry consistency.
Turn out on floured board and knead until smooth. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes.
Roll out onto board in a 12 x 15-inch rectangle, 1/8 to 1/16-inch thickness.
Cut into 2 x 3-inch pieces or 3-inch squares.
Cover with wax paper.
Heat oil.
Drop squares, turning 3 or 4 times while frying.
Drain and serve. Serve with honey.