2 c. milk
5 tbsp. sugar
5 tbsp. shortening
2 tsp. salt
2 envelopes yeast
2 c. warm water
6 c. flour
Cinnamon and sugar

Scald milk and add sugar, shortening and salt. Cool to lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast into water in large bowl. Add milk mixture and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough flour to make a stiff dough. Turn out on lightly floured board. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes. Place in greased bowl and turn to coat. Cover and let rise until double in bulk, about 1 hour.

Divide into 6 to 8 balls. Roll each to form elephant ear. Heat oil to 375 degrees. Deep fry one at a time 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Serve hot sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar.