Created by KittenCal on December 5, 2011
Step 1: Mix dry ingredients in large bowl. Blend in shortening with pastry blender. Stir in milk with a fork until soft dough is formed. On lightly floured surface then knead dough 2 or 3 times.
Step 2: Pat into 1/2 inch thickness. Cut into fourths with a floured knife.
Step 3: Place two at a time into the deep fat fryer, turning often once they reach the top to brown evenly (about 3 minutes). Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with confectionsers sugar or a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.