1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
3 eggs
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 tsp. almond extract
Fat for frying
2 tbsp. sugar
Confectioners' or granulated sugar

Sift the dry ingredients and add wet ingredients; stir with fork and knead well. If too soft, add flour. Cover with bowl; let rest 1 hour. Divide dough into 2 portions. Roll paper thin. Cut into 3/4 inch strips, 5 inches or so long. Make into bow knots and fry a few at a time until golden brown and puffy (about 2 minutes). Drain and sprinkle sugar over. These were made the Thursday before Lent and during the "Great Depression" only granulated sugar was used.