Carnevale Treats (Strushi/Pignolata/Cannaricoli/Turdilli)

Steps

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1. 1
   In a large bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
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2. 2
   Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the beaten eggs, liqueur or wine, olive oil, and water.
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3. 3
   Mix all the ingredients together by hand until a smooth dough forms. Add extra flour a little at a time as needed to reach the right consistency—not too stiff and not too soft.
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4. 4
   Set the dough aside and let it rest for about half an hour.
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5. 5
   After resting, take the dough and shape it into various forms using a fork or your fingers. Create texture lines with a fork or roll pieces into strands by hand.
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6. 6
   Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer. Carefully add the shaped dough pieces one at a time to the hot oil and fry until light golden brown, turning as needed for even cooking.
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   Remove the fried pastries from the oil using a slotted spoon or strainer and drain excess oil.
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   In a separate pot, combine honey, sugar, and water. Heat gently until just beginning to boil and the sugar dissolves into a smooth syrup.
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   Add the fried pastries to the warm honey syrup and gently toss, turning and coating all the pieces evenly with the honey glaze.
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    Transfer the honey-coated pastries to a serving plate and enjoy.
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