Italian Donuts
Ricotta cheese adds an Italian twist to these fried dough dessert bites.

Ingredients
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1 15-ounce container ricotta cheese
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4 eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla
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1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Cooking oil for frying
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Sifted powdered sugar or granulated sugar or cinnamon/sugar
Directions
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In a large bowl beat ricotta cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined. Add flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Beat on low speed until just combined. Let batter stand for 30 minutes. Drop batter by well-rounded teaspoonfuls, four or five at a time, into deep hot fat (365 degree F). Cook 2-1/2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Remove doughnuts with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter. Cool completely. Shake doughnuts in a bag with powdered sugar, granulated sugar, or cinnamon/sugar mixture. Makes 3 dozen.
Nutrition information
Calories 102, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 107 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 7%, Iron 2%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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