Sopaipillas

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon shortening
• 1/3 cup warm water
• Oil for deep-fat frying
• Honey, optional
• Confectioners' sugar, optional

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a loose ball forms (dough will be crumbly).
2. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for 3 minutes or until smooth. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll out into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle. Cut into 12 squares with a knife or cut into 12 circles using a round biscuit cutter.
3. In a deep-fat fryer, heat 2 in. of oil to 375u0b0. Fry sopaipillas for 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels; keep warm. Serve with honey and/or dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

flour, baking powder, salt, shortening, water, honey, confectioners

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sopaipillas/ (may not work)