Banana Donuts

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, measure and resift 3 times with baking powder, soda, salt, and nutmeg.
2. 2
   Cream butter then blend in sugar, add vanilla, and eggs, and beat until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add combined bananas and buttermilk, and stir until well mixed.
4. 4
   Add flour mixture in 3 or 4 portions, stirring thoroughly after each addition.
5. 5
   Chill for at least 2 hours before rolling.
6. 6
   Remove 1/4 of dough from refrigerator at a time, knead it lightly 4 or 5 times, roll to 3/8 inch thickness, and cut with floured 2-1/2 inch doughnut cutter.
7. 7
   Liberally sprinkle rolling surface with flour so dough won't get claggy and stick.
8. 8
   Fry in deep oil heated to 375 ° F. until golden brown, then lift out and drain on absorbent paper.
9. 9
   If desired, the dough may be covered tightly and kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days, to be fried as needed.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with brown sugar or powdered sugar, or if you have the tools, put whipped cream inside.