Mint Fried Dough

Ingredients:

• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 3/4 cup ricotta
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 tsp mint extract

Preparation:

1. Topping and dough:
   
   In a resealable plastic bag, combine 1/4 cup sugar with 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract and stir to coat evenly; pour onto a baking sheet and let dry, 1 hour.
2. In a medium bowl, combine peppermint sugar with 3 tablespoons red sugar. In a separate bowl, combine 2 eggs, 3/4 cup ricotta, 3 tablespoons sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract. Stir in 1 cup self-rising flour.
3. Frying:
   
   Heat vegetable oil in a large cauldron to 175°C. Fry 1 heaping tablespoon of batter a few at a time, turning, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the balls to a paper towel-lined plate and let them sit for 10 seconds to drain off excess oil.
4. Then roll the donuts in mint sugar and serve.