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Beignets

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 3/4 cup water
• 3 teaspoons sugar
• 4 eggs
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:
In medium saucepan, combine the butter, water and sugar. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat. Add to dry ingredients and mix/beat with a wooden spoon until mixture leaves the sides of the pan. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until mixture is smooth. Heat 4 inches of oil in a heavy 5- to 6-quart saucepan to 360F. Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls into the oil and cook about 3 minutes until each is puffed and golden. Drain the beignets on paper towels and sift powdered sugar over each one. Serve warm with French roast coffee.