Onion Blossom

Ingredients:

vegetable oil for frying
1 large Vidalia onion
3 cups cold water
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup beer or club soda
1/2 cup milk
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oil in a large saucepan to 375. Peel onion and cut off the bottom leaving a flat surface. Cut into 3/4 inch wedges, but not all the way through.

2. Soak onion in ice cold water until wedges open, about 20 minutes., drain and pat dry. Mix eggs, beer, and milk in a medium bowl. Mix flour and baking powder in a separate bowl.

3. Dip onion in egg mixture then into flour mixture, making sure onion is coated well.

4. Place onion in hot oil. Deep fry until golden brown and tender, about 15 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Place onion on a serving plate. Sprinkle with salt and cayenne pepper.

(To check if oil is hot enough for frying, dip a toothpick or edge of wooden utensil into the oil. If bubbles form around the wood the oil is hot enough.)

*Compliments of Easy Everyday Cooking