1 lb. apples, pared and cored
2 eggs
1/3 c. sugar
Dash salt
1 1/4 c. all purpose flour
1/3 c. sour cream
1/4 c. buttermilk
Fat for deep frying, heated to 365 degrees
Confectioners' sugar
Nutmeg or cinnamon, optional

Slice apples crosswise to make rings about 3/8 inch thick. Beat eggs with sugar, until thick and foamy. Add salt. Beat in small amounts of flour alternately with sour cream and buttermilk. Beat until batter is well mixed. Coat apple slices with batter. Fry in hot fat until golden. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Add a dash of nutmeg or cinnamon, if desired. Serves about 14 people.