Cheese Beignets

== Description ==
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=== Ingredients ===
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1/2 cup finely minced fresh sage
* 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
* 1/2 tsp. salt
* 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
* 1/2 to 1 tsp. hot sauce
* 1 Tbs. olive oil
* 3/4 cup water, or as needed
* 1/2 cup grated hard Cheese such as Parmesan or Romano
* vegetable oil for frying
* coarse salt
* Cayenne or smoked paprika
== Directions ==
1. Stir together flour, sage, baking powder and salt in medium bowl.
2. Whisk together eggs, hot sauce and olive oil. Gradually stir in flour mixture. Add water a little at a time, combining well until dough is thick. Fold in Cheese.
3. Press dough into 1/2-inch thick rectangle on well-floured work surface. Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.
4. Pour 1/2 inch vegetable oil into large skillet, and heat over medium heat until a small piece of dough sizzles gently in oil. Dough should not brown immediately.
5. Place beignet squares in oil, taking care not to overcrowd. Fry 3 minutes on each side, or until browned and done throughout. Remove with slotted spoon to paper towels. Sprinkle immediately with coarse salt. Right before serving, dust with Cayenne. 
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== See also ==
Category:Cheese Recipes
Category:Romano Recipes
Category:Sage Recipes
Category:Vegetarian Recipes