2 c. milk
6 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
2 c. warm water
5 tbsp. sugar
5 tbsp. shortening
2 pkg. yeast (dry)

Scald milk. Add sugar, salt, shortening and mix. Cool until lukewarm. Add 2 cups warm water, and sprinkle in the yeast. Mix, adding 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth with electric beater. Stir in remaining flour. Make a stiff dough. Knead until good consistency. Place in greased bowl and cover. Let rise until double. Pinch dough, roll to 5 to 6 inch circle, stretch to 6 to 8 inch circle. Fry in 375 degree oil for 3 minutes. Melt butter, drizzle over ears, and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Makes 3 to 4 dozen.