Fried Diamond Twists

Directions

1. 1
   Blend together the butter, cream sugar, salt, and egg yolks.
2. 2
   Beat with electric mixer or rotary beater until well blended.
3. 3
   Add gradually 2 to 2 1/4 cups flour to form a stiff dough.
4. 4
   If desired, add cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg or grated lemon rind.
5. 5
   Blend thoroughly.
6. 6
   Roll out dough, one-fourth at a time, on floured surface to 1/16-inch thickness.
7. 7
   Chill remaining dough until ready to use.
8. 8
   Cut in strips about 1 1/2 i nches wide with pastry wheel or sharp knife.
9. 9
   Then cut diagonally at 4-inch ntervals.
10. 10
    Make 2-inch slit lengthwise in center of heach piece, then slip one end through slit.
11. 11
    Fry in hot deep fat until delicately browned, about 1 minutes on each side.
12. 12
    Drain on absorbent paper.
13. 13
    Sprinkle with sifted confectioners' sugar.