Malasadas

Ingredients

• 0.3 ounce active yeast dry
• 0.3 cup butter melted
• 6  eggs 
• 1 cup evaporated milk 
• 6 cups flour all-purpose
• 1 teaspoon salt 
• 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
• 0.3 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 1 cup water 
• 2 cups sugar white

Equipment

• bowl
• paper towels

Directions

1. Dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in 1/4 cup warm water; set aside.
2. In small bowl, beat eggs until thick.
3. Put flour in large bowl, making a well in the center. Into the well add yeast, eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, melted butter, milk, 1 cup water, and salt. Beat thoroughly to form a soft, smooth dough. Cover, let dough rise until doubled.
4. Heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Drop dough by big teaspoonfuls into oil, fry until golden brown.
5. Drain on paper towels, shake in a bag of sugar to coat, and serve hot.