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Ingredients
| eggs: 2 |
| granulated sugar: 1/4 cup |
| multipurpose shortening: 2 1/2 Tbl |
| brandy (Cognac): 2 1/2 Tbl |
| anise seed (whole): 2 tsp (optional) |
| salt: 1/4 tsp |
| all-purpose flour (unsifted): 2 cups |
| vegetable oil: 1 cup |
| powdered sugar (unsifted): 1/3 cup (for decoration) |
Fried Cookies
Credit: AllRecipes
User rating:
"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."
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Prep Time
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Cook Time
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Servings
84 serving(s)
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Directions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.