Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Heat fat or oil, 3 to 4 inches deep, to 375° in deep fat fryer or kettle.
2. 2
   Measure 1 1/2 cups of flour and the remaining ingredients into large mixer bowl.
3. 3
   Blend 1/2 minute on low speed, scraping bowl constantly.
4. 4
   Beat 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally.
5. 5
   Stir in remaining flour.
6. 6
   Turn dough onto well floured cloth covered board; roll around lightly to coat with flour.
7. 7
   Roll dough gently 3/8-inch thick.
8. 8
   Cut with floured doughnut cutter.
9. 9
   With wide spatula, slide doughnuts into hot fat. Turn doughnuts as they rise to surface.
10. 10
    Fry 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides.
11. 11
    Carefully remove from fat; do not prick the surface.
12. 12
    Drain.
13. 13
    Serve plain, sugared or frosted. Makes 2 dozen doughnuts.