SOPAIPILLAS MEXICAN FRIED COOKIE

4 cups flour
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. shortening
1-1/4 cups water

Sift together dry ingredients. Add shortening and water and
knead until smooth. Put into plastic bag and let stand for 2
hours. Roll very thin and cut into small triangles.

Fry in deep fat heated to 375 degrees until golden brown. Turn
once. Drain on paper towels and serve with honey or sprinkle
with cinnamon sugar. Makes 12 servings.