1 1/4 c. all purpose flour
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 egg
3/4 c. milk

Combine dry ingredients; add egg and milk, beating until smooth. Heat 1 inch oil to 375 degrees in a deep skillet. Cover bottom opening of a funnel with finger. Pour 1/4 cup batter into funnel. Hold funnel over center of skillet. Remove finger from funnel end to release batter into hot oil; move funnel in a slow circular motion to form a spiral beginning at the center and moving outward.

Fry 2 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with powdered sugar; serve hot with syrup if you like. Yield: 6 servings.

NOTE: When releasing the batter into the hot oil, fold funnel close to the oil to prevent spattering.