J. Edgar Hoover's Popovers

Before starting to make popovers put the greased popover pans into a very hot oven (450 degrees F) and heat until they are sizzling hot.

Beat eggs at medium speed a few minutes until frothy with an electric mixer. Add salt, sugar, flour and half the milk and mix again, medium speed, until smooth. Then add remaining milk and melted shortening, and beat at low speed until blended.

Pour batter into hot popover pans, filling each about half full. Bake in a very hot oven (450 degrees F) for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 400 degrees F and continue baking for 15 minutes longer.