Oliebollen (Dutch Doughnuts)

1. 1

   Mix yeast with a teaspoon of sugar, then add the lukewarm milk.

2. 2

   Blend in half the flour and a good pinch of salt.

3. 3

   Cover mixture and put in a warm place to rise.

4. 4

   Beat the egg and remaining sugar together.

5. 5

   When dough has risen, mix into it the egg-sugar mixture, melted butter, the rest of the flour, and the spice and currants.

6. 6

   Leave to rise again.

7. 7

   Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.

8. 8

   Divide dough into 18 equal-sized pieces.

9. 9

   Roll each piece into a ball.

10. 10

    Leave the balls in a warm place for 10 minutes.

11. 11

    Heat the oil or fat to frying temperature.

12. 12

    Fry a few doughnuts at a time, turning as necessary until they are pale golden-brown all over.

13. 13

    Drain on soft kitchen paper (paper towels).

14. 14

    Finally, roll them in castor sugar.

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