New Mexican Fry Bread Recipe

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl; cut in shortening. Stir in warm water. Place dough on a lightly floured surface. Knead and fold until smooth and satiny. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.

Form into 1 inch balls; keep covered. Roll each ball into a thin 3-inch circle. Cover circles with waxed paper, separating circles.

Pinch and pull circle edges (lightly) as you drop into preheated oil in deep fryer. Fry 1 or 2 at a time. Fry 1 minute; turn and fry 1 minute or until golden brown. Serve with honey or Orange Honey Butter.

For Orange Honey Butter: Cream butter until fluffy; beat in honey and orange peel. Serve at room temperature.