WARM SPRINGS FRIED BREAD

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine dry ingredients; cut in butter.

2. 2

   Add enough warm milk to make a soft dough, easy to handle.

3. 3

   Knead on floured board until dough is very smooth and soft but elastic. Do not use a lot of extra flour.

4. 4

   Divide dough into 6-8 balls and brush the tops with melted butter.

5. 5

   Cover and let stand 30-45 minutes.

6. 6

   Pat out each ball into a round, 5 or 6 inches in diameter and 1/4 inch thick.

7. 7

   Fry in deep fat (preheated to 365 degrees). Dough should rise immediately to surface.

8. 8

   Cook until brown on one side, turn, and brown on other side being careful to not pierce crust.

9. 9

   Drain on absorbent paper and serve hot.