Fritters

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, salt and baking powder.
2. 2
   Beat eggs with milk and add melted shortening.
3. 3
   Combine the 2 mixtures lightly.
4. 4
   Drop from tablespoon into shallow shortening or oil heated to 365 degrees.
5. 5
   Fry until brown and cooked in center, 4 to 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Drain on absorbent paper.
7. 7
   Optionals: - 1 1/2 cups whole cooked corn for corn fritters - 1 cup apples for apple fritters - 1 cup cooked, chopped shrimp for shrimp fritters