These cookies are crisp and light.

4 large eggs
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons whipping cream
2 teaspoons rum
2 teaspoons brandy
4 cups unbleached flour or all-purpose
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Vegetable oil for deep-frying
powdered sugar

In large bowl, beat together eggs, egg yolks, cream, sugar, rum, and brandy.

Sift together dry ingredients and gradually add to the egg mixture.

Knead lightly into a smooth dough.
Divide into four equal portions, roll each portion of dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thick.

Cut into 6 x 3/4-inch strips.

Heat oil to 375 degrees F. Make a 1-inch slit 2 inches from one end of each strip.

Push the opposite end of the STRIP into the slit, pulling it out slightly on the other side. To form a bow tie.

Deep fry until golden (about 3 to 4 Minutes). Drain, cool, and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Makes 5 dozen.