Native American Fry Bread

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This chewy griddle bread has been made the same way for hundreds of years. We're hoping that by preparing this and enjoying it you'll be convinced to pass it along to future generations.

INGREDIENTS:
3 cups of all-purpose flour, plus more as needed
1 tablespoon of baking powder
1 teaspoon of salt
1 1/4 cups of milk
Vegetable oil

PREPARATION:
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt until combined. Add the milk and stir with a wooden spoon until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 2 minutes, or until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if necessary. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and allow to rest for 20 minutes.

Divide the dough into 12 equal-sized balls. Using your hands, press the dough balls flat to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Poke a large hole in each with your finger. (They will look like doughnuts.)

Pour vegetable oil into a nonstick frying pan to a depth of about 1/8 inch and heat it over medium heat. Fry the bread rounds, turning once, until golden and puffy, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.

Serve this delicious treat warm.

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