Raised Donuts

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk and pour over shortening.
2. 2
   Let cool.
3. 3
   Dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in 1/2 cup warm water.
4. 4
   Add about 3 1/2 cups of flour (not too stiff a dough).
5. 5
   Let rise an hour or more, stirring down once.
6. 6
   Roll out and cut or twist.
7. 7
   Let rise on board for 30 to 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Fry, top side down.