1 1/4 c. flour
1 tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. butter
1 egg
1/2 tsp. lemon rind
2 tbsp. milk
Oil for frying
Powdered sugar

Mix flour, sugar and salt in mixing bowl or food processor. Cut in butter. Make well in center of flour mixture; add egg, lemon rind, milk. Mix to form a stiff dough. Add more milk if necessary.

Turn out on lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest 1 hour. Roll dough 1/16 inch thick. Cut into rectangles 3x4 1/2 inches. Make 3 lengthwise cuts in each piece of dough. The strips formed can be intertwined to form ties.

Heat 1 inch oil to 365 degrees. Fry 2 pies at a time until puffed and golden brown. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Makes about 15 pastries.