Basic Batter (see recipe following)
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Stir down batter and drop by spoonfuls into a greased mold. Sprinkle top with cinnamon, sugar, and chopped nut mixture. Let rise until doubled in bulk (about 45 minutes). Bake in 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes. (For a finer, more delicate texture, stir down batter and let it rise a second time before putting into pans.)

BASIC BATTER:

1 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1 pkg. or cake yeast
1/4 c. warm water
2 eggs
4 c. flour

Scald milk; add salt, sugar, and shortening. Cool to lukewarm. Sprinkle or crumble yeast in warm water; stir to dissolve. Combine milk mixture with yeast; add eggs and two cups of flour; stir until mixed. Add remaining flour, and beat until batter is smooth and shiny. Scrape down from sides of bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until double in bulk (about 1 hour).