Chocolate Eclairs

• ¼ pint (1½ dl) water
• 2 oz (50 g

Measure the water into a saucepan and add the butter cut in pieces. Sieve the flour on to a square of paper. Bring the water and butter to a brisk boil, making sure the butter is melted, then quickly tip in the flour all at once. Using a wooden spoon, beat for 1 minute over the heat, then draw off the heat and beat for about 5 minutes, the mixture should leave the sides of the pan clean. Beat i