Oslo Twists

Directions

1. 1
   Heat deep fat to 375°.
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks, egg and salt together until very stiff (about 10 minutes).
3. 3
   Blend in confectioners sugar and flavoring, thoroughly.
4. 4
   Add flour, all at once; mix well.
5. 5
   Turn dough onto well-floured cloth-covered board.
6. 6
   Knead until surface of dough is blistered in appearance (about 7 minutes).
7. 7
   Divide dough in halves and roll out each half very thin.
8. 8
   With pastry wheel or knife, cut dough into diamonds or rectangles about 4 x 2-inches.
9. 9
   Make a 1 inch slit in center of each; draw a long point of diamond through slit and curl back in opposite direction.
10. 10
    Fry until delicately browned in deep hot fat about 1/2 minute on each side.
11. 11
    Turn quickly and brown other side.
12. 12
    Drain on absorbent paper.
13. 13
    Sprinkle with confectioners sugar just before serving. Makes 2 or 3 dozen.