Ma'S Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Cream sugar, shortening and eggs.
2. 2
   Add dry ingredients alternately with milk.
3. 3
   Mix until well blended.
4. 4
   Chill about 1 hour, then take about half of dough at a time, roll on floured surface to 1/4-inch thick.
5. 5
   Cut and fry in 375° deep fat for about 1 minute; turn once.
6. 6
   Remove with long-handled fork onto paper towels.
7. 7
   Makes about 3 dozen.
8. 8
   If you add 1 grated apple, doughnuts will be moist.