Homestyle Zucchini Fritters - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Crisco for deep frying
1 c. finely chopped zucchini
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 c. milk
2 tsp. Crisco shortening, melted

Preparation

Wrap chopped zucchini in paper towels to dry.
Heat 2 or 3 inches of Crisco in deep fryer or heavy skillet.
Combine flour, baking powder and salt in large bowl.
Combine eggs, milk and 2 teaspoons of melted shortening in medium bowl.
Stir in zucchini, add to flour mixture.
Mix just until moistened.
Drop by tablespoons into shortening.
Fry 3 or 4 minutes or until golden brown.
Turn as needed for even browning.
Remove; and drain on paper towels.
Serve immediately.