SHENKLI (A SWISS DONUT)

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Yield 115 - 125

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
3 cups sugar
8 eggs, beaten
2 lemons, grated, rind only
1 teaspoon lemon flavor
9 - 9 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, grated lemon rind, and flavoring. Mix 4 cups flour, salt, soda, and cream of tartar. Sift. Add remaining flour, 1 cup at a time and mix well. Dough will be very stiff. Roll out by hand in long 1-inch thick rolls. Cut 1-inch long and shape into the size of a fat finger. Cool 3-4 hours or overnight in refrigerator. Fry in oil until brown. Drain on paper towels. Can be frozen.

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