Beignets

• servings: 9
• active time: 10 min
• total time: 20 min

Ingredients

Vegetable oil for deep frying

1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Classic Crust Pizza Crust

Powdered sugar

Directions

In deep fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 inches oil to 350°F.

Line a plate with paper towels; set aside.

On lightly floured work surface, roll dough into ball and pat into 8x6-inch rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 9 equal pieces using pizza cutter or knife.

Fry 2 or 3 pieces of dough at a time in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes on each side, turning with slotted spoon, until deep golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle tops with powdered sugar, and serve warm.