Instructions: Beat eggs, sugar, salt and flavorings; place flour on board, cut in butter; add eggs and knead until s smooth ball; if dough is too soft, gradually add a little flour; divide dough into 4 pieces and roll each piece to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured board; cut with pastry cutter into strips 6 inches long and 1 inch wide; tie into a loose knot and deep fry until golden brown; drain and sprinkle with confectioners sugar.

Variation: Combine dry ingredients and mix well; cut in lard and add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition; knead as above; cut into strips, tie into a knot, fry and drain on paper towels; cool and sprinkle with confectioners sugar. Chuck Ozburn

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