2 beaten eggs
1/2 c. milk
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. cooking oil, for frying

In bowl, combine eggs and milk. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to egg mixture; beat smooth with mixer. (Test mixture to see if it flows easily through a funnel. If too thick, add milk, if too thin, add flour.)

In 8-inch skillet, heat cooking oil to 360°F. Covering bottom opening of funnel with finger, pour a generous 1/2 cup batter into funnel. (Batter will equal about 2 cups.) Remove finger and release batter into hot oil in a spiral shape.

Fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Using spatula and tongs, turn cake carefully. Cool 1 minute more. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with sifted sugar or serve with hot maple syrup.

Makes about 6 servings.