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# Mix [[water]], [[milk]], [[egg]]; add [[flour]], [[baking powder]], [[salt]] and 2 teaspoons of [[granulated sugar|sugar]] and mix until smooth. | # Mix [[water]], [[milk]], [[egg]]; add [[flour]], [[baking powder]], [[salt]] and 2 teaspoons of [[granulated sugar|sugar]] and mix until smooth. | ||
# Drop by spoonfuls into 2 inches of hot [[oil]] at 375 degrees; drain on paper towels and sprinkle with confectioners [[granulated sugar|sugar]]. | # Drop by spoonfuls into 2 inches of hot [[oil]] at 375 degrees; drain on paper towels and sprinkle with confectioners [[granulated sugar|sugar]]. | ||
Latest revision as of 11:09, 15 July 2012
Description
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Creole Beignets
A beignet is a deep-fried pastry that has been rolled in sugar. The name "beignet" comes from the French word for "fritter". Beignets are popular in New Orleans, where they are also referred to as donuts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3 cups of flour
- 2 tablespoons of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
- oil for frying
- confectioner's sugar
