Okra Puffs

1. 1

   Boil in a small amount of water until tender; drain.

2. 2

   Chop, mash and beat with a fork or in a blender.

3. 3

   Add egg, sugar, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Beat well.

5. 5

   Stir flour and baking powder together. Add and beat.

6. 6

   Drop by 1 teaspoon into deep, very hot fat.

7. 7

   Brown; turn without pricking.

8. 8

   Cook until very brown and crisp.

9. 9

   Drain on paper towels.

10. 10

    Serve hot.

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    If puffs are not small round shapes, more flour may be needed.

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    Batter keeps well in refrigerator several days.

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