Zeppole

Ingredients:
1 package active dry yeast
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1 cup warm water
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups flour
1 1/2 cups corn oil
confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Preparing the zeppole:
Dissolve the yeast, salt and sugar in the warm water. Stir in the eggs and flour, blending well. Cover and let rise in a warm area until bubbly and doubled in size, about 90 minutes.

Heat the oil in a 6-inch shallow fry pan with 1-inch sides to 375 degrees F.

Drop level tablespoons of dough into the oil, cooking 4 at a time. Fry each side until golden brown, about 2 minutes.

Drain well on paper towels, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar while hot. Serve warm.

Serves 4