Cheese Fritters

Ingredients

• 1 c drained cottage cheese
• 1 egg
• 14 c half and half
• 1 c all-purpose flour
• 1 34 tsp baking powder
• 14 tsp salt
• 2 Tbsp white sugar
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 2 c vegetable oil
• 3 Tbsp confectioners sugar

Directions

1. In a medium bowl beat the cottage cheese and egg together Stir in the half and half flour baking powder salt sugar and nutmeg Mix until just combined Fill a deep pot to the 2-inch mark with oil Heat to 375F 190C Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls into the hot oil Fry until golden brown on all sides about 3 to 4 minutes Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with confectioners sugar Serve hot