Fastnachts German Style

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve the yeast in the warm water.
2. 2
   Add the first measure of flour to the yeast.
3. 3
   Stir until smooth.
4. 4
   Add the milk.
5. 5
   Stir in the first measure of sugar and half of the second measure of flour.
6. 6
   Set aside in a warm place to rise until doubled.
7. 7
   Stir in the salt, eggs, butter, the second measure of sugar, the nutmeg and sufficient additional flour to make a firm dough.
8. 8
   Let rise until doubled in bulk.
9. 9
   Punch down.
10. 10
    Roll out on a floured board.
11. 11
    Cut into squares.
12. 12
    Set on a floured board.
13. 13
    Let rise.
14. 14
    Preheat the oil in the deep fryer to 360°.
15. 15
    Deep fry the Fastnachts until light and golden.
16. 16
    Drain on paper towels.
17. 17
    Roll in granulated sugar while still warm.