BeaverTails

Start cooking opens one step at a time with read-aloud and hands-free voice control — “next”, “repeat”, “how much salt”, “timer 10 minutes”.

1. 1In the bowl of a stand mixer, add warm water, a big pinch of sugar and yeast. Allow to sit until frothy.
2. 2Into the same bowl, add 1/2 cup sugar, warm milk, melted butter, eggs and salt, and whisk until combined.
3. 3Place the a dough hook on the mixer, add the flour with the machine on, until a smooth but slightly sticky dough forms.
4. 4Lay the dough in a mixing bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and allow to proof for 1 1/2 hours.
5. 5Cut dough into 12 pieces, and roll out into long oval-like shapes about 1/4 inch thick that resemble a beaver’s tail.
6. 6In a large, deep pot, warm oil to 350 degrees. Gently put the beavertail dough into hot oil and leave to cook for 30 to 45 seconds on each side until golden.
7. 7Tip into a colander and drain on paper towels, and garnish as desired. Toss in cinnamon sugar, in white sugar with a squeeze of lemon, or with a generous slathering of Nutella and a handful of toasted almonds.