Cream Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Combine butter, salt and water.
2. 2
   Heat to boiling.
3. 3
   Add flour to boiling mixture all at once.
4. 4
   Beat vigorously until mixture leaves sides of saucepan and does not cling to spoon.
5. 5
   Remove from heat. Cool slightly.
6. 6
   Add unbeaten one egg at a time.
7. 7
   Beat thoroughly after the addition of each egg until mixture is smooth.
8. 8
   Drop by tablespoon into well oiled muffin tin or onto baking sheet 2-inches apart.
9. 9
   Shape mixture into rounds and pile slightly in the center. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Lower heat to 350° for 10 minutes until firm and dry.
11. 11
    Remove from oven.
12. 12
    Cool.
13. 13
    Cut a slit in the side of each with a sharp knife.
14. 14
    Insert cream filling, sweetened whipped cream or fruit.
15. 15
    Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
16. 16
    Makes 12 average size puffs.