1 c. milk
2 tbsp. shortening
2 tbsp. sugar
1 pkg. dry yeast
3 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 egg
Oil for frying
Powdered sugar

In enameled pot, heat milk. Combine shortening and sugar in a bowl and add milk, stir until all is dissolved. When cooled, add yeast and dissolve.

Sift in flour, salt, nutmeg and add about 1/2 to the milk mixture. Mix until smooth and add the egg, beat well. Add the remaining flour mixture and stir until all is smooth. Cover with a damp towel and allow to rise, about 5-6 hours.

Put dough onto a floured surface and roll out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 2 or 3 inch squares and let stand 20 minutes before frying.

Heat oil in skillet 1-2 inches deep and fry squares, turning only once. When golden brown, remove with a slotted spoon onto paper towels to blot excess oil. Dust with powdered sugar and eat immediately.