1 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
1/3 c. water
1 egg, beaten
4 ripe bananas
1/2 c. cooking oil
Powdered sugar (optional)

Sift flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Add milk, water and egg to the dry ingredients and mix until batter is smooth.

Peel the bananas and slice lengthwise into 4 pieces. Dip in the batter and roll lightly in flour. Deep fry in cooking oil, browning evenly. Drain and roll in powdered sugar if desired. Yield: 16 fritters.