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This is a deep fried Italian pastry that my grandmother used to make. Ingredients:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour |
2 tablespoons white sugar |
1 pinch salt |
1 egg |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
3 tablespoons sherry |
1 cup vegetable oil for frying |
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration |
Directions:
1. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the egg, butter and vanilla, mix until dough becomes stiff. Stir in the sherry 1 tablespoon at a time until dough is workable and smooth. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into long narrow strips, and tie into loose knots, do not pull tight. Heat cooking oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Oil should be about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep. Fry ties in hot oil for about 2 minutes, until they puff up and turn golden brown. Drain on a brown paper bag or on paper towels. Dust with confectioners sugar while still warm.
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