Ingredients
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3 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. cloves
2/3 c. sugar
1/4 c. melted shortening
2 eggs
2/3 c. milk
oil for frying
Preparation
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Mix together and beat until smooth, about 30 seconds.
Place dough in refrigerator and chill.
Roll out in a small portion of dough at a time on a lightly floured board to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out doughnuts and let stand on board for 20 minutes before frying.
Fry a few doughnuts at a time in 370\u00b0 fat for 3 to 5 minutes.
Makes 2 dozen small doughnuts.
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