For the beignets:
3/4 cup water
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 (1/4 oz) package active dry yeast
3 cups or so soft southern wheat flour such as White Lily® brand or sub all-purpose
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
vegetable oil
powdered sugar

For the Cafe au Lait:
3 tablespoons sugar
2 cups milk
2 cups brewed hot dark roast coffee with chicory