BOMBOLONI DI NUTELLA

For The Donuts

2 jars Nutella (13 ounces each)

1 pound ricotta cheese

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

4 teaspoons baking powder

2 cups all purpose flour

4 eggs

2 quarts Canola oil

granulated sugar

1. To make donuts: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 jar Nutella, ricotta, salt, vanilla, baking powder, flour and eggs. Mix until smooth to form dough.

2. Drop heaping spoonfuls of dough into hot oil at 375° and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.

3. Remove donuts from hot oil, drain on paper towels for a moment, roll in granulated sugar, and fill with Nutella. Serve immediately.

6 SERVINGS

Contributed by Jo Ann Giugliano