Hopi Fry Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. all-purpose white flour
5 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/3 to 1 1/2 c. water
1 inch shortening for frying

Preparation

Get a large bowl and mix flour, salt and baking powder.
Stir water into dough just enough to make soft.
Shape dough into 16 egg-shaped balls.
Roll each ball until 1/2 inch thick.
Put shortening in 13-inch skillet. Fry 3 or 4 pieces at medium until brown on both sides.
Drain on paper towels.
Serves 6 to 8.