Gather the beads, prep the sweets, and get ready to feast because Mardi Gras is here ... which are made of deep-fried dough with sweet fillings and topped with powdered sugar.

To assemble the dough, remove the dough from the refrigerator and knead for 8-10 turns on a lightly floured counter. While the dough is still chilled, roll it to a 10-by-16-inch rectangle on a ...

Blend in 1½ cups of flour. Gradually add enough of the remaining flour to make a soft, workable dough. 4. Knead the dough until smooth and springy, about five minutes. Add raisins and knead for ...

It is called Fat Tuesday because, on this last day of Mardi Gras, people stuff themselves ... of the remaining flour to make a soft, workable dough. 4. Knead the dough until smooth and springy ...