Thursday, April 24, 2008

Fry Bread

Ingredients:
2 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3 tbs. shortning
1/3 c. milk
2/3 c. to 3/4 c. warm water

Directions:
Combine the ingredients and slowly add enough warm water to form dough. On a lightly floured surface, knead dough until it is smooth, soft, and not sticky. Cover and let rest 1 hour. Shape into small balls and pat into flat circles about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Set aside.
In a skillet, heat 1/2 inch. vegetable oil. Brown dough circles on each side and drain on paper towels.

Serving Options:
*Serve with taco meat, chile beans and all of your other taco toppings for Indian Tacos.
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*Serve with butter and jam
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*Serve with butter and cinnamon and sugar

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