Italian Twists

Directions

1. 1
   Add salt to eggs and beat.
2. 2
   Add sugar, vanilla and rum extract; beat until well blended.
3. 3
   Stir in flour, a little at a time, until dough can be kneaded.
4. 4
   On a well floured board, knead until the dough blisters.
5. 5
   Cut in half.
6. 6
   Roll very thin and cut into strips, about 4-inches long.
7. 7
   Slit each piece in center and pull one end through slit, making sure knot is in the center.
8. 8
   Fry in hot oil until lightly browned.
9. 9
   Drain on paper towel.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with confectioners sugar.