Malasadas

This was my always "go-to" treat while we lived in Hawaii.  I mean, you can't go wrong with them: they're sugary, fluffy, light texture, sweet, buttery, and I can go on forever.  I just LOVE malasadas!  They are actually Portuguese doughnuts.  You gotta try them!  Enjoy!

Ingredients:
-1 package (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
-1 tsp sugar
-1/4 cup warm water
-6 eggs
-6 cups flour
-1/2 cup sugar
-1/4 cup butter, melted
-1 cup evaporated milk
-1 cup warm water
-1 tsp salt
-vegetable oil for frying
-about 2 cups sugar, for coating
Directions:
Dissolve yeast and the 1 tsp sugar in 1/4 cup warm water.  Set aside.
In a bowl, beat eggs until thick.
In mixer bowl, mix flour, yeast mixture, eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, melted butter, evaporated milk, 1 cup water, and salt.  Beat well until it forms a soft, smooth dough.  Cover and let it rise until doubled (about 2 hours).
Heat oil.  Drop dough by big spoonfuls.  Fry until golden brown on both sides.  Drain on paper towels for about 1 minute.  Coat with sugar and serve hot.  Enjoy!