Indian Fry Bread
2 cup flour 1/3 cup powdered milk 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp lard or Crisco 3/4 cup warm water Oil Mix dry ingredients. Cut in 1 tablespoon lard 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 tablespoon lard and brush on each ball of dough. Set aside for 30-45 minutes. On lightly floured surface roll ball to a 4 inch circle. Then stretch to 4 to 8 inches in diameter. Poke hole in center. Fry in oil at 365* until lightly browned, turning once. Serve iwth butter or honey.
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