Beignets in New York City

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   Combine water, butter, sugar and salt in a heavy saucepan.

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   Heat to boiling.

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   When the butter melts, add flour.

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   Beat with a wooden spoon over medium heat just until the mixture pulls away from the side of the pan.

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   Remove saucepan from heat and beat in eggs, one at a time, until the batter is smooth.

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   Beat in vanilla.

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   Heat oil in a heavy skillet to 375 degrees.

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   Drop batter by teaspoonfuls into the hot oil.

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   Brown on both/all sides.

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    Remove with slotted spooon and drain on paper towels.

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    Keep warm.

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    Serve with a warmed jelly sauce of your choosing - apricot, raspsberry, strawberry, grape -- .

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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