Fried Dough - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 1/2 to 4 1/2 c. flour
3 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 pkg. yeast
1/4 c. margarine
1/2 c. water
1 c. milk
vegetable shortening for frying

Preparation

In a large bowl, thoroughly mix 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast.
Combine milk, water and margarine in saucepan.
Heat over low heat until very warm.
Gradually add to flour mixture and beat thoroughly.
Stir in additional flour to form a soft dough. Turn out onto a lightly floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Let rise until size doubles.
Heat vegetable oil to 375\u00b0.
Cut pieces of dough to desired size.
Stretch out and drop into hot shortening.
Deep fry until golden brown.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Brush with melted butter.
Add desired toppings.