Beignets

Serves 2 dozen

Ingredients

pure canola oil, for deep frying

1 cup water

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1/4 tsp. salt

1 cup all purpose flour

1 1/2 Tbs. sugar

4 large eggs, at room temperature

1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Heat 2 to 3 inches oil to 365 degrees in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
2. Combine water, butter and salt in medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
3. Add flour and sugar. Reduce heat to medium and stir until dough is smooth and comes away from side of pan; remove from heat. Stir 2 minutes to cool slightly.
4. Add eggs one at a time. Beat after each addition until well blended. Beat in vanilla.
5. Drop by teaspoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry several minutes or until deeply golden brown, turning as needed for even browning. Remove with slotted metal spoon. Drain on paper towels. Roll in powdered sugar. Serve warm.

Source: Recipe adapted from and photo by Pillsbury

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