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.

Activating the yeast: Mix the yeast with warm milk and sugar. Set aside for 10 minutes until the yeast becomes active. Kneading the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, eggs, and ...