Fried Cookies

Many European cultures had this type of fried cookie. This particular recipe says to tie it in a knot but it can be made pulling one end through a slit cut into the dough.

• Calories: 24 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 2 ½ tablespoons brandy
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• 2 ½ tablespoons shortening
• 2 teaspoons anise seed (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl beat together eggs and sugar until thick and light colored. Then beat in shortening, brandy, anise seeds (optional) and salt. Beat in flour gradually.

Step 2

On a floured surface, knead dough into a smooth ball. Divide ball into two equal pieces, wrap in waxed paper and chill in refrigerator for at least two hours.

Step 3

Roll one piece of dough into a rectangle approximately 12 x 15 inches. (The other piece of dough should be left in refrigerator until ready to be rolled.) Using pastry wheel, cut dough into strips 6 x 1 inch.

Step 4

Make a vertical slit in top 1/3 of the strip and draw the bottom end of it through OR tie a knot in the center. Repeat with remaining dough and set aside.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 360 degrees F (185 degrees C). Deep fry strips until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, cool, and sprinkle heavily with confectioners' sugar.