Mini Corndogs

Ingredients

 * 1 cup flour
 * ½ cup cornmeal
 * 1 tbsp sugar
 * 1½ tsp salt
 * 2 tbsp vegetable shortening
 * 1 egg, beaten slightly
 * ¾ cup milk
 * oil
 * 8 frankfurters, cut into thirds

Directions

 * 1) Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
 * 2) With a pastry blender, cut vegetable shortening into flour mixture until there are fine crumbs.
 * 3) Add egg and milk and blend well.
 * 4) Pour vegetable oil to a 2 inch depth in a deep fryer or large saucepan.
 * 5) Heat to 375°F.
 * 6) Pat frankfurter dry with paper towels.
 * 7) Insert a toothpick into the center of each frankfurter.
 * 8) Dip each frankfurter into batter and then into hot oil until golden brown.
 * 9) Drain on paper.