Cheese Beignets | Food Stuff

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup grated hard cheese, such as Parmesan or pecorino
• Coarse salt, for sprinkling
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup finely minced fresh sage
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 3/4 cup cold water