Cream Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Spoon flour into dry measuring cup.
2. 2
   Level off and pour measured flour onto wax paper.
3. 3
   Add salt to flour and stir to blend.
4. 4
   Bring shortening and water to a boil in saucepan.
5. 5
   Add blended dry ingredients quickly.
6. 6
   Beat constantly until mixture leaves sides of pan and forms a ball (about 1 minute).
7. 7
   Remove mixture from heat and let stand until cool.
8. 8
   Add eggs one at a time, beating until smooth after each addition.
9. 9
   Drop by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Bake at 400° for 40 to 45 minutes.
11. 11
    Fill with favorite filling when cool.
12. 12
    Top with Hot Fudge Sauce.