Ingredients & Directions
                
     4 c  Flour
   1/2 c  Sugar
   1/2 ts Baking soda
     1 tb Active dry yeast
 1 1/2 c  Water
     4 tb Vegetable oil
 Combine dry ingredients in mixing bowl. Pour water and oil into center of
 flour mixture. Mix thoroughly.
 Knead dough 15-20 minutes. Divide into 6 large balls. Roll each ball out
 into circles. Cut each circle into 4 triangles. Deep fry until brown.
 NOTES : Maandazis taste best when they are warm.  They are served on any
 occasion, except as a dessert.
                 
                 Yields       
                24 Servings