FRIED BREAD PUFFS 
2 tbsp. lard or shortening
2 c. all purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. lukewarm water
Vegetable oil

Cut lard into flour, baking powder and salt completely. Sprinkle in water, 1 tablespoons at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and dough almost cleans side of bowl. Gather dough into a ball. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.

Heat oil (1-2 inches) to 400 degrees. Roll dough on lightly floured surface into rectangle, 12 x 10 inches. Cut into rectangles, 3 x 2 inches. Fry 3-4 rectangles at a time until puffed and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

 

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