Fattigmand Bakkelse(Poor Man'S Cookies, Norwegian)

1. 1

   Beat eggs; add sugar, salt, vanilla or almond extract, cardamom and cream.

2. 2

   Stir in flour, a cup at a time.

3. 3

   Dough should be stiff. Chill.

4. 4

   Transfer a small amount of dough to a lightly floured surface.

5. 5

   Roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness; cut in 2 x 3-inch diamond shapes.

6. 6

   Make a lengthwise slit about 3/4 inch in the center of each diamond; gently pull one end of the diamond through the slit as far as possible.

7. 7

   Do not tear the dough.

8. 8

   Drop a few cookies at a time into deep, hot oil (more than 1 1/2 inches).

9. 9

   Fry until golden brown, turning once, about 1 minute.

10. 10

    Drain on paper towels.

11. 11

    When ready to serve, sprinkle with powdered sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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