Irene'S Funnel Cakes
["2 1/2 c. self-rising flour", "1/4 c. sugar", "1 1/3 c. milk", "2 eggs, slightly beaten", "vegetable oil", "sifted powdered sugar (optional)", "funnel with 3/8-inch opening"]
["Combine first 4 ingredients in a bowl, beating until smooth. Heat 1/4 inch oil to 375\u00b0 in a skillet.", "Cover bottom opening of funnel with finger.", "Pour 1/4 cup batter into funnel.", "Hold funnel over skillet; remove finger from funnel to release batter into hot oil.", "Move funnel in a slow circular motion to form a spiral.", "Fry one minute or until edges are golden brown.", "Turn and fry until golden.", "Drain on paper towel.", "Sprinkle with powdered sugar."]
["flour", "sugar", "milk", "eggs", "vegetable oil", "powdered sugar", "funnel"]