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Indian Fry Bread

Ingredients & Directions


2 c Flour
1/3 c Powdered milk
2 ts Baking powder
1 ts Salt
2 ts Lard or shortening
3/4 c Warm water
Oil for frying

Contributed to the echo by: Tia Darrow Originally from: “Simply
Simpatico” put out by the Junior League of Albuquerque Indian Fry
Bread Mix dry ingredients. Cut in 1 tblsp. lard (or shortening) until
crumbly. Add water and mix until a soft dough forms. Knead until
dough is smooth and springy in texture. Make into 12 balls. Melt 1
tblsp. lard (or shortening) and brush on each ball of dough. Set
aside for 30 ea 0-45 minutes. On a lightly floured surface roll ball
to 4″ circle. Then stretch to 7-8″ in diameter. Poke a hole in
center. Fry in oil at 365 ea 65 degrees until lightly browned,
turning once. Serve with butter and honey…

Yields
12 servings