Italian Pepperoni-Cheese Puffs

Ingredients
1-1/4  cups water
1/3  cup shortening
1-1/2  cups all-purpose flour
4   eggs
3/4  cup finely chopped pepperoni (3 oz.)
3/4  cup finely shredded Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese (3 oz.)
2  tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
1/8  teaspoon garlic powder
1/8  teaspoon pepper

Directions
1.
Grease 2 large baking sheets; set aside. In a large saucepan combine water and shortening. Bring to boiling. Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously. Cook and stir until mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat. Cool for 10 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well with a wooden spoon after each addition. Stir in pepperoni, cheese, parsley, garlic powder, and pepper. 

2. Drop dough by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. Bake in a 450 degree F oven for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden. Transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm. Makes 48 puffs.  

Source:  Better Homes & Gardens

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