4 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/4 c. shortening
1 to 1 1/2 c. water as needed
Oil for frying

Sift dry ingredients into mixing bowl. Cut in shortening. Add water, a little at a time, stirring to form stiff dough. Knead until smooth. Roll thin, cut into approximately 4 inch squares or triangles. Heat oil in deep pan. When oil is hot, deep fry dough pieces a few at a time until golden brown. They will puff up as they fry. Serve puffed bread hot, with butter or jelly, or honey if you want. Makes about 40.