zeppoli

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 10 mins


• heat about 3 inches of oil in a saucepan to 375 degrees f (119 degrees c). in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. set aside for 10 minutes.
• sir the remaining 1/2 cup water into the bowl. add flour, beating vigorously until a soft dough forms.
• turn the dough out a smooth surface, and knead with greased hands until smooth. place dough in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the surface. cover with a damp cloth. let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, about 1 to 1/1/2 hours.
• fry golf ball sizes of dough in batches until golden brown. drain on paper towels. sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and eat while still hot.