Grandma Eleanor’s Sfingi

In a bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder

In another bowl, whisk the ricotta cheese, eggs, and sugar until smooth

Whisk the ricotta mixture into the flour until combined

Let batter rest

Using the tabletop deep fryer, heat 6 lbs of Crisco All Vegetable Shortening to 375 degrees

Prepare a dish lined with paper towels

Once the oil is to temperature, scoop batter using a tablespoon, and push the batter into the oil using your finger

Fry until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Sfingis usually turn on their own. If they don’t turn. Use a slotted spoon to turn them.

Remove sfingis using a slotted spoon, and place on a plate lined with paper towels (to drain any extra oil)

Sprinkle the sfingis with powdered sugar using a flour sifter

Eat hot