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Amish Donuts
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
6 1/2 c. flour
3 egg yolks
1/2 c. mashed potatoes
2 c. scalded milk
2 cakes yeast
1 tsp. nutmeg
Instructions
Blend shortening into sifted dry ingredients. Combine egg yolks with potatoes. Add to dry ingredients. Add yeast to cooled milk. Gradually blend into other mixture. Let rise for 40 minutes. Cut and let rise again. Roll dough 3/8-inch thick. Fry in hot fat. Glaze.
GLAZE
Add 3 tablespoons water to 1 cup powdered sugar. Dip donuts into mixture.
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