Fastnachts - Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk come to room temperature.
2. 2
   Add 1/2 cup of flour to softened yeast and mix to a batter.
3. 3
   Add milk.
4. 4
   Stir 1 teaspoon of the sugar and about 3 cups of flour; set in a warm place to rise overnight or until doubled in bulk.
5. 5
   Add the eggs, nutmeg, butter, salt and remaining sugar; mix thoroughly.
6. 6
   Stir in flour until batter can no longer be stirred with a spoon.
7. 7
   Set aside to rise until doubled.
8. 8
   Roll on a well-floured board and cut with a doughnut cutter.
9. 9
   Let rise again, and fry in deep hot fat (370F) until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes per side.
10. 10
    Drain on paper towels and sift powdered sugar over the top.