Churros

1. 1

   Add enough oil to a large saucepan or deep skillet to come to a depth of at least 2 inches; heat to about 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Mix 1/2 cup sugar and the cinnamon together on a large plate.

3. 3

   Combine remaining sugar, butter, salt and 1 cup water in a saucepan over high heat, and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Turn heat to low, and add flour, all at once.

5. 5

   Stir constantly until mixture forms a ball, about 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Remove from heat, and beat eggs one at a time into mixture, stirring until smooth after each addition.

7. 7

   Spoon dough into a pastry bag with a large star tip (or simply drop spoons full of batter into oil).

8. 8

   Press strips of dough about 4 inches long into hot oil.

9. 9

   Cook as many as will fit comfortably at once, turning as they brown, 5 to 10 minutes each.

10. 10

    Remove churros from oil, and drain on paper towels, then immediately roll them in cinnamon-sugar mixture.

11. 11

    Serve hot or warm.

No additional tips available.