Pate a Choux

METHOD:

1. Combine the liquid, fat, salt ,(sugar), in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil.

2. Add the flour all at once. Over medium heat stir quickly for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball and pulls from the sides of the pan, and a skin layer forms at the bottom of the pan.

3. Transfer to a mixing bowl with a paddle attachment. Mix on 1st speed until cools to 115F.

4. Switch to medium speed and slowly add the eggs.

5. Allow mixture to rest 1 hour before using.

GUILDLINES:
1. Adjust consistency by adding eggs.
2. Preheat oven to 350F and bake for 60 minutes.

CHOCOLATE PATE A CHOUX
Add to the liquid - 1 ounce more sugar and 3 TBSP. of cocoa powder.

EXPRESSO PATE A CHOUX
Substitute 8 ounce of liquid with 8 ounce of brewed coffee, and add 1 more ounce of sugar.