Recipe by Klara Cvitanovich

Makes about 60 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 package yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 8 cups all-purpose flour (2 pounds)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1 tart apple, grated
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 3 to 4 cups water, at room temperature
• Granulated sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions:

Proof yeast by dissolving it in a cup of warm water to which the sugar has been added. When it has foamed, pour into a large bowl and add the remaining dry ingredients, mixing well. Add water until the batter is the consistency of cake batter. Allow to rise in a draft-free area until double in bulk, around 1 hour.

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 370° F. Drop batter into oil by the tablespoon, being careful not to overcrowd. Turn over once to brown both sides. Remove with a slotted spoon onto layers of paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with sugar while still hot. Serve immediately.