1 c. all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. Imperial granulated sugar
1/2 tbsp. shortening
5 tbsp. milk
Oil for frying

Sift flour with salt, baking powder and Imperial granulated sugar. Cut in shortening and add milk to make a dough just firm enough to roll. Cover bowl and let dough stand 30-60 seconds. Roll dough 1/4 inch thick on lightly floured board (cut in diamond shapes).

Heat 1 inch of oil to 375 degrees (electric skillet works best). Add a few pieces at a time, turning at once so they will puff evenly, they turn again to brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and keep hot in warm oven. Serve with butter and honey thinned with a little water. Makes about 1 dozen.

Note: Roll dough very thin and fry in very hot oil a few at a time for very puffy sopapillas.