Fastnachts

Directions

1. 1
   Place flour in bowl; make well in center.
2. 2
   Soften yeast and 1/2 tablespoon of sugar in 1/2 cup milk.
3. 3
   Pour into flour.
4. 4
   Mix and let rise until light.
5. 5
   Add remaining milk, egg, salt, sugar and shortening.
6. 6
   Work into a dough.
7. 7
   Knead thoroughly adding more flour is necessary.