Mandlen (soup Nuts)

In a medium sized saucepan heat the oil, water, salt and pepper to the boiling point. Add the matzo meal quickly, mixing until smooth. Remove from the fire and beat the eggs into the mixture one at a time, blending well after each addition. Lightly coat hands with oil. Shape mixture into 1/4 inch balls. Place them on a well-greased baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400 degree F oven for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown. Yields 80-90 mandlen.