Cake Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg yolks well.
2. 2
   Add sugar and, when foamy, add melted shorteneing.
3. 3
   Sift 1 cup of the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg together.
4. 4
   Stir into egg mixture.
5. 5
   Add lemon extract to milk.
6. 6
   Alternately with milk mixture, add enough flour to make soft dough which can be handled.
7. 7
   Roll out to 3/4 inch thick on lightly floured board.
8. 8
   Chill a few minutes.
9. 9
   Fry in deep fat 360-370 degrees Fahrenheit until brown.
10. 10
    Do not let fat smoke.
11. 11
    Flip and brown on other side.
12. 12
    Drain on paper towels.
13. 13
    Roll in sugar.