Adalia, age 12

Want to be the coolest mom ever?

Funnel Cakes

1. Heat three cups of vegetable oil over medium high heat until it reaches 350-375 degrees.

2. Whisk together 4 cups of flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt. Make a well, then add 2 1/2 cups milk 3 large eggs. Whisk until smooth.

3. Put batter in gallon sized bag. Remove excess air, and seal. Cut 1/4 inch wide hole in bag. Carefully squeeze 1 cup of  batter back and forth into oil making a free form lacy web. Cook until golden on bottom, about 2 minutes. Using tongs, turn the cake over and cook until golden brown on  other side, about 1 more minute. Transfer funnel cake to paper towels to  drain.

4. Dust funnel cakes with powdered sugar and serve warm.

These were quick and easy, and got two thumbs up from everyone.