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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Getting our son and daughter to eat squash was out of the question until a friend suggested I try this recipe. These puffs are similar to hush puppies, which my kids love. Now they love these!Constance Ellenburg, Southhave, Mississippi Ingredients:
1 cup mashed cooked acorn squash |
1 egg |
1/4 cup diced onion |
1/2 cup king arthur unbleached self-rising flour |
1/2 cup cornmeal |
3/4 teaspoon baking powder |
1 teaspoon sugar |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
oil for deep-fat frying |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, combine the squash, egg and onion. Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar and salt; add to squash mixture and mix well.
2. In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 365°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Fry, a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes or until crisp and golden, turning often. Drain on paper towels. Yield: 4-6 servings.
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