Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk slightly and dissolve yeast.
2. 2
   Add 1 1/2 cups flour and beat until smooth.
3. 3
   Let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, about 2 hours.
4. 4
   Cream shortening, salt and sugar.
5. 5
   Add eggs and beat.
6. 6
   Blend this mixture into yeast sponge.
7. 7
   Add remaining flour and knead well, about 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Rub with shortening and let rise again until double in bulk.
9. 9
   Roll about 1/2-inch thick and cut with doughnut cutter.
10. 10
    Let rise about 45 minutes.
11. 11
    Fry in deep shortening.
12. 12
    Dip in caramel syrup.
13. 13
    Let cool.