Homemade Doughnuts

Homemade Doughnuts

Ingredients:

3 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. soft shortening
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk

Directions:

• Heat oil (2 to 4 inches) on high. 
• Measure 1 1/2 cups flour and all remaining ingredients in large mixer bowl. 
• Blend on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, stirring in remaining flour. 
• Put dough on well floured surface. Roll around lightly to coat with flour. 
• Roll dough 3/8 inch thick. Cut with floured doughnut cutter.

• With wide spatula, slide doughnuts into hot oil, turning them when they rise to the surface. 
• Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown on both sides. 
• Remove carefully from oil; do not prick surface. Drain. 
• Serve plain, sugared, or frosted. 
• Makes 2 dozen doughnuts.

Enjoy...