1 cup water
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
peel of 1/2 lemon
fat (for deep fat frying)
granulated sugar or powdered sugar, for rolling

In saucepan, bring water, sugar and salt to boiling; remove from heat. Stir in flour all at once and beat until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until mixture is smooth. Spoon batter into pastry bag fitted with large star point. Add lemon peel to deep fat and heat to 375°F.

Fry churros, a few at a time, for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown, turning as necessary. Drain on paper towels. Roll in granulated sugar or powdered sugar.

Makes 24.