Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com)http://findingmickey.squarespace.com/picture/cobeignets.jpg?pictureId=8949619<p>Makes 10 large Mickey Mouse shaped fritters or 2 dozen small fritters</p> <ul> <li>1/2 teaspoon dry yeast</li> <li>1/4 cup warm water (105˚)</li> <li>1/4 cup sugar</li> <li>2 tablespoons vegetable shortening</li> <li>1/2 teaspoon salt</li> <li>1 egg</li> <li>4 cups all-purpose flour</li> <li>1/2 cup boiling water</li> <li>vegetable oil for frying</li> <li>powdered sugar</li> </ul> <p>1. Sprinkle yeast over warm water in a small bowl, stirring to dissolve. Let stand for 5 minutes.</p> <p>2. Combine sugar, shortening, salt, heavy cream, egg, flour and boiling water in a large bowl; stir in yeast mixture. With the dough hook attachment of an electric mixer on medium speed, mix the dough just until combined and smooth. Let dough rest for 30 minutes.</p> <p>3. Roll to 1/4 inch thickness and cut individual beignets with a Mickey Mouse shaped cutter or cut into 2 1/2 to 3 inch squares. Cover with a towl and let dough rise until doubled in size in a warm, draft-free area, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.</p> <p>4. Heat 3 inches of vegetable oil to 350˚ F in a deep, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Fry beignets until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes, turning as soon as they brown on one side. Remove with tongs and place on paper towels to drain. Dust warm beignets with powered sugar and serve immediately.</p>