Long Johns

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk; add sugar, salt and shortening to the milk and let cool.
2. 2
   Add yeast to the water (the water must be boiled first or the yeast won't react).
3. 3
   Proceed as with bread, adding 2 eggs and nutmeg; mix in a ball and let it rise until double in bulk.
4. 4
   Knead down and roll to 1/3-inch thickness.
5. 5
   Cut and let rise for 30 to 40 minutes.
6. 6
   Deep fry at 375°.
7. 7
   Frost with favorite frosting.