CHURROS

INGREDIENTS

For Fritters

1 cup water
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup sifted flour, plus additional for dusting
1 cup oil

Hot Chocolate

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 cup fresh milk


1. To make the fritters, combine water and salt in a saucepan and bring to a brisk boil. Put the flour in a large heatproof bowl. As soon as the water boils, pour it over the flour. Stir until a smooth dough is formed and the flour separates from the side of the bowl.

2. Spoon the dough in a pastry bag with a large star tip. Pipe into strips on a greased and floured baking tray, or pipe into U shaped strips.

3. Heat oil in a frying pan and deep fry the dough strips until golden yellow and slightly crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

4. To make the Hot chocolate, combine sugar and cocoa in a saucepan. Pour in milk. Stir well to dissolve the cocoa and sugar. Bring to boil then reduce heat to simmer. Continue simmering, stirring constantly until liquid becomes very thick. Pour into cup and serve with the fritters.

If the leftover hot chocolate is too thick, add 1/4 cup milk and simmer over low heat before pouring into cups.