Pizza Puffs

What You'll Need

• one-1/4 cups water
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 3/4 cup finely shredded Romano or Parmesan cheese (3 oz.)
• two tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• one jar pizza sauce
• one-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• four eggs
• 3/4 cup finely chopped pepperoni (3 oz.)

How to Make It

Grease two large baking sheets and set aside.

In a large saucepan combine water and shortening.

Bring to a boil.

Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously.

Cook and stir until mixture forms a ball.

Remove from heat. Cool for 10 minutes.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Stir in pepperoni, cheese, parsley, garlic powder, and pepper.

Drop dough by rounded teaspoons two inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.

Bake at 450°F for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.

Serve with pizza sauce for dipping .