Fry Bread 
Makes 1 dozen fry breads 

4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F)
shortening for frying
                   
1. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir in 1 1/2
   cups lukewarm water. Knead until soft but not sticky.
   Shape dough into balls about 3" in diameter. Flatten into
   patties 1/2" thick, and make a small hole in the center
   of each patty. 
2. Fry one at a time in 1" of hot shortening, turning to brown
   on both sides. Drain on paper towels.