Cream Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Bring shortening and water to a boil in saucepan; sift flour and salt together.
2. 2
   Add to boiling water all at once, beating vigorously until mixture is thick and smooth so it will not stick to sides of pan.
3. 3
   Remove from burner.
4. 4
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until smooth.
5. 5
   Drop mixture from teaspoon about 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
6. 6
   Mixture should hold its shape and not spread.
7. 7
   Bake in very hot oven at 450° for 8 minutes.
8. 8
   Reduce heat to 400°; bake 20 to 25 minutes.
9. 9
   Should be firm and crisp, but not too brown.
10. 10
    Cool.
11. 11
    Split and fill with pimento cheese, chicken salad, jam or pudding.