1 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 c. milk
Bananas, cut into 1" chunks
Cauliflower, separated into flowerets
Eggplant, cut into finger size strips
Onion rings
1 qt. (about) corn oil

Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Mix together egg, milk and 1/4 cup of the corn oil, add to dry ingredients, beating until smooth. Thoroughly dry fruit or vegetables; dust with flour, then shake off excess. Dip into batter; drain on wire rack over waxed paper. Pour corn oil into heavy, sturdy, flat-bottomed 3 quart saucepan or deep fryer, filling utensil no more than 1/3 full. Heat over medium heat o 375 degrees. Fry prepared food in hot corn oil, a few at a time, until golden brown. Drain on absorbent paper; season and serve. Makes 1 2/3 cups batter or enough to coat 8 to 9 cups prepared fruit or vegetables.