Benya

makes: 3 dozen

1 package dry active yeast
1 cup warm water
pinch of granulated sugar
10 bananas, soft
3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoon ground nutmeg
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups brown sugar
zest of 1 orange
pinch of salt

Add yeast and sugar to warm water. Cover and let stand to start rising process. Mash bananas with yeast mixture. Add cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, sugar, orange zest and salt. Once thoroughly combined cover and refrigerate overnight. Mixture will rise and triple in size. Heat oil. Drop by the spoonful and fry until golden brown. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.