Basic Cream Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water and butter.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil over medium heat in a saucepan.
3. 3
   Stir in flour and salt.
4. 4
   Cook over low heat, stirring vigorously, until dough forms a smooth ball.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Add eggs, one at a time, and beat vigorously until mixture is
7. 7
   smooth and glossy.
8. 8
   Spoon 6 mounds of dough 3 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Bake for 20 minutes at 425 degrees.
10. 10
    Prick puffs with sharp knife and cool for 1 hour.
11. 11
    Split each puff and fill with ice cream, pudding, or whipped cream.
12. 12
    Top with chocolate syrup and/or peanuts.