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Italian Knot Pastries
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 24
Ingredients:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 pinch salt
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons sherry
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration
Directions:
1. Prep time does not include chill time of dough
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, salt, and sugar.
3. Add the egg, butter and vanilla, mix until dough becomes stiff.
4. Stir in the sherry 1 tablespoon at a time until dough is workable and smooth.
5. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/8 inch thickness.
7. Cut into long narrow strips, and tie into loose knots, do not pull tight.
8. Heat cooking oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
9. Oil should be about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep.
10. Fry ties in hot oil for about 2 minutes, until they puff up and turn golden brown.
11. Drain on a brown paper bag or on paper towels.
12. Dust with confectioners sugar while still warm.
By RecipeOfHealth.com