Fried Biscuits (Scones)

• 3 ½ tsp. active dry yeast
• 3 ½ -4 ½ cup flour
• 2-3 tsp. salt
• 2 cup warm milk
• 2 Tblsp. Sugar
• ¼ cup shortening
• Oil for deep frying

Dissolve yeast in milk and let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in shortening. Gradually add flour, sugar, and salt and mix until smooth. Cover with damp towel and let stand in warm draft-free place until doubled, about 2 hours.
On lightly floured board roll dough into rectangle ¼ “ thick. Heat oil to 375°. Cut
dough with biscuit cutter and drop a few at a time into oil. When biscuit is puffed and browned, turn to brown other side. Remove with slotted spoon, drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

Makes about 4 dozen.