Deep Fried Strawberries

I love strawberries but have never tried deep fried strawberries. I guess they deep can deep fry almost anything now. Im sure that it is really good but not to good for the diet! I know I couldn't stop at just one. I found the recipe on http://www.driscolls.com/recipes/view/7474/Deep-Fried-Strawberries There is 152.38 calories,total fat 7.22g,saturated fat 0.55g,cholesterol 0mg,sodium 198.96mg, fiber 1.44g, protein 2.29g. 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm (110°F to 115°F) water 3/4 cup club soda or lemon lime soda 1 package (16 ounces) Driscoll's Strawberries (large or long-stem if available) Canola oil 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar Fresh mint, for garnish Instructions Whisk together flour and granulated sugar. Set aside. Combine yeast and warm water in a large bowl and whisk until yeast dissolves. Whisk in club soda or lemon lime soda. Whisk in flour mixture until smooth and blended. Cover loosely and let rest 1 hour. Meanwhile, remove calyx (green leaves on top) from strawberries but do not hull. Pat strawberries dry. Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Set aside. Place extra flour in a small bowl. Heat 2 inches of oil in a large heavy-duty saucepot to 375°F to 380°F (use a candy thermometer). Dip strawberries, one at a time, in bowl of flour, dusting off excess. Dip floured strawberries in batter and turn to coat (batter will be very thick). Carefully place in oil (using tongs or a long skewer) and fry until lightly golden all over (carefully stir with slotted spoon to evenly cook), 1 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining strawberries. Place fried strawberries on a platter, dust with confectioners' sugar and garnish with mint leaves. Serve immediately. 6 - 8 servings

Carmel Banana Bread Trifle

I was watching Sandra Lee Semi Homemade Sunday,an Sandra Lee made this Carmel Banana Bread Trifle OMG it looks so good!I have got to make one,I should probably make a trial one before I make one for one of the holidays.I'm sure that it will not last very long either.She made the trifle with butterscotch pudding,Crown Royal,heavy cream,mascarpone,banana bread,zucchini bread,pecan pie,caramel sauce,Chopped pecans, for garnish.

Hats

Have started making hats again. Just finished one plus the pink owl hat was made in Sept and I am working on a third one.I made a little dipper hat for my granddaughter,and a key hole scarf for her when she gos sledding.She wont have any excuses now about losing the scarf while she was playing out in the snow or sledding now. The other two are Owl Hats pink one and a brown one. Have also made a pink beanie will add a bow or crochet flower on it. The pink owl hat has bows on the ears and at the end of the braids. The pink one that Im showing is the one I made for our youngst granddaughter.The brown owl hat I just need to add the ears and braids