Directions

• In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil over
• medium heat. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball
• forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one
• at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until
• mixture is smooth and shiny.
• Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 3 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Combine
• milk and egg yolk; brush over puffs. Bake at 400° for 30-35
• minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Immediately cut
• a slit in each for steam to escape; cool.
• In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and
• vanilla; beat until almost stiff. Split cream puffs; discard soft