Fried Squash Blossoms - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1 egg
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1/2 c. milk
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
additional oil for frying
12 large squash blossoms (fresh)

Preparation

In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, garlic salt and cumin.
In another bowl, beat egg, milk and oil; add to dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
In a skillet, heat 2 inches of oil to 375\u00b0.
Dip blossoms into batter and fry in oil, a few at a time, until crisp.
Drain on paper towels.
Keep warm until serving.
Yield: 4 servings.