4 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/4 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
3 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. shortening
1 1/4 c. milk
Salad oil for deep frying

Sift flour, measure and sift again with salt, baking powder and sugar. Cut in shortening and add milk to make a soft dough just firm enough to roll. Cover bowl and let dough stand for 30 to 60 minutes. Then roll 1/4 inch thick on lightly floured board and cut in diamond shaped pieces. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a frying pan to about 370 to 380 degrees. Add a few pieces at a time, turn at once so they will puff evenly, then turn to brown both sides. Drain on paper towel. Serve with butter. Makes 4 dozen or more.