Floats

Ingredients

 * 1/2 pk yeast
 * 3/4 cup lukewarm water
 * 1 teasp sugar
 * 1 tsp. salt
 * 3 tbs. butter, melted
 * 3 1/2 cups flour

Directions

 * 1) Soak yeast in 1/4 cup of water. Set aside for 5 minutes.
 * 2) Mix remainder of the water, sugar, salt and melted shortening.
 * 3) Add soaked yeast and sifted flour. Beat well and mix to a soft, dough.
 * 4) Put out on floured board and knead lightly adding more flour if necessary.
 * 5) Put into a greased bowl. Brush top with melted butter. Cover and set aside in a warm place until double in bulk.
 * 6) Shape into small balls and leave to rise again.
 * 7) Roll out into thin rounds and fry in hot oil or until brown. Drain and serve hot with e.g. fried shark or ham etc.