Apple Cider Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Boil apple cider in small saucepan until it is reduced to 1/4 cup, 8 to 10 minutes; cool.
2. 2
   Beat sugar with shortening until smooth.
3. 3
   Add eggs and mix well, then add buttermilk and reduced cider.
4. 4
   Stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg in another bowl.
5. 5
   Add to liquid ingredients; mix just enough to combine.
6. 6
   Transfer dough to lightly floured board and pat to 1/2-inch thickness.
7. 7
   Cut with 2 1/2- to 3-inch doughnut cutter; reserve doughnut holes and reroll and cut scraps.
8. 8
   Add enough oil or shortening to fill a deep pan 3 inches, heat to 375F (190C).
9. 9
   Fry several doughnuts at a time, turning once or twice, until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes.
10. 10
    Make about 2 dozens.
11. 11
    Remove to paper towels with slotted spoon.
12. 12
    For glaze, mix confectiners' sugar and cider.
13. 13
    Dip doughnuts while warm; serve warm.