This fritter batter may be used for sliced fresh apples or bananas, or canned pineapple.

Ingredients

　　1 egg, beaten

　　1/2 cup milk

　　2 teaspoons sugar

　　1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

　　1 cup self-rising flour

　　1 cup sour cream

　　1/4 cup vegetable oil

　　3 pears, peeled, cored, and sliced horizontally

　　Combine beaten egg, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Mix well and add sour cream. Heat 2 tablespoons oil to 375 degrees. Dip pears in batter, carefully place in oil, and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Turn and cook 1 to 2 minutes more. Add oil as needed. Remove fritters and drain. May be sprinkled with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.

　　Paula Deen's Kitchen Classics