Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water in 2 1/2-quart bowl.
2. 2
   Add milk, 1/2 cup sugar, the salt, eggs, shortening and 2 cups of the flour. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then beat for 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping sides of bowl.
3. 3
   Stir in remaining flour until smooth.
4. 4
   Cover; let rise in warm place until double (50 to 60 minutes).
5. 5
   Turn dough onto floured surface.
6. 6
   Roll dough until it is 1/2-inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut with floured doughnut cutter.
8. 8
   Cover; let rise 30 to 40 minutes.
9. 9
   Heat vegetable oil in deep fryer. Drop doughnuts in hot oil.
10. 10
    When they rise to surface, turn and cook on other side.