Spudnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk.
2. 2
   Add shortening, sugar, potatoes and water.
3. 3
   Cool until lukewarm.
4. 4
   Add yeast.
5. 5
   Mix well.
6. 6
   Add eggs and vanilla.
7. 7
   Add salt and baking powder to flour and add to egg mixture.
8. 8
   Mix well. Knead 5 to 7 minutes.
9. 9
   Place in greased container.
10. 10
    Brush the top of dough with melted butter.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise until double in bulk (about 1 hour).
12. 12
    Punch down; roll out to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut out donuts.
13. 13
    Place on wax paper or greased cookie sheet.
14. 14
    Let rise until double in bulk, about 1/2 hour.
15. 15
    Fry in deep well at 375°.