Basic Cream Puffs

Instructions

1. Combine water and butter.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat in a saucepan.
3. Stir in flour and salt.
4. Cook over low heat, stirring vigorously, until dough forms a smooth ball.
5. Remove from heat.
6. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat vigorously until mixture is
7. smooth and glossy.
8. Spoon 6 mounds of dough 3 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
9. Bake for 20 minutes at 425 degrees.
10. Prick puffs with sharp knife and cool for 1 hour.
11. Split each puff and fill with ice cream, pudding, or whipped cream.
12. Top with chocolate syrup and/or peanuts.