Onion Rings
["4 medium onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick", "cold water", "3/4 c. flour", "1 egg, beaten", "2/3 c. milk", "1 tsp. sugar", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 Tbsp. shortening, melted and cooled", "oil for frying"]
["Separate onion slices into rings; soak in cold water for 30 minutes.", "Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat flour, egg, milk, sugar, salt and shortening together.", "Drain onions and pat dry. With fork, dip rings into batter.", "Preheat oil to 375\u00b0.", "Fry in at least 1-inch of oil a few at a time for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.", "Drain on paper towels.", "Keep warm in oven while frying remaining rings."]
["onions", "cold water", "flour", "egg", "milk", "sugar", "salt", "shortening", "oil"]