Funnel Cakes

① Mix the ingredients into a smooth batter; and You're ready to begin cooking the funnel cakes when the oil is good and hot.

② Start by holding a funnel with one hand; and place a finger over the tip so the batter doesn't come out while you're filling the funnel. Fill the funnel with batter; then hold the funnel over the heated oil (be careful during this step to prevent any burns) and slowly move your finger away so the batter comes out in a steady stream. Move the funnel in a circular and criss-cross direction so that the batter forms a funnel-cake pattern, then place your finger back over the tip to stop the flow of batter.

NOTE: The batter will enlarge during cooking, so don't overdo it or you'll have a really big funnel cake.

③ When lightly browned on both sides, carefully lift the cake out of the hot oil with a spatula or two and place on a layer of paper towels to drain.

④ The final touch is the sweetest--a thorough dusting of powdered sugar and your funnel cake is ready.