Name: Bunuelos
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup whole milk; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon aniseed, crushed; 3 to 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying; 3/4 cup dry red wine; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

Sift together all dry ingredients. Whisk the milk, egg, and anise seed until frothy. Combine flour and milk mixtures to make a dough.
On a floured surface, knead for 5 to 10 minutes. Cut into approximately 30 pieces and shape into balls. Cover with a cloth and let stand for 20 minutes.
In a heavy pan, heat the oil to 350 degrees and fry the bunuelos 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve with Cinnamon Wine Sauce.
Cinnamon wine sauce: Simmer all ingredients, constantly stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Spoon over the bunuelos.

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