Buttermilk Doughnuts Donuts

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add buttermilk, shortening, sugar and 1 1/2 cup flour, baking powder and salt; mix well.
3. 3
   Add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
4. 4
   Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead several times.
5. 5
   Roll dough to 1/2 inch thick and cut with a 2 1/2 inch doughnut cutter.
6. 6
   Place doughnuts on lightly floured surface, cover and let rise 45 minutes or until double in bulk.
7. 7
   Heat 2-3 inches of oil to 375°F.
8. 8
   (I use my Fry Daddy) Drop in 4 or 5 doughnuts at a time.
9. 9
   Cook about 2 minutes or until lightly golden in color, turning once.
10. 10
    Drain well on paper towels.
11. 11
    Combine 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar with 1/4 cup milk, stir until smooth.
12. 12
    Dip each doughnut in glaze while still warm; allow excess glaze to drip off.
13. 13
    Cool on wire rack or serve warm.