Clam Puffs

Total Time: 24 hrs 5 mins Preparation Time: 24 hrs Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 3 (6 1/2 ounce) cans clams, drained (reserve 1/4 cup liquid)
• 2 eggs, separated
• 1 cup flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• oil (for deep frying)

Recipe

• 1 combine clams, liquid and egg yolks in a medium bowl.
• 2 add flour. baking powder, melted butter, salt and pepper.
• 3 mix well.
• 4 beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
• 5 fold into clam mixture.
• 6 chill over night.
• 7 heat oil in a deep fryer or large frying pan to 375°f drop mixture by teaspoonfuls, do not crowd.
• 8 fry until golden brown and crisp, turning once.
• 9 drain on paper towels.
• 10 sprinkle lightly with salt and serve hot.