4 1/2 c. sifted flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3 eggs, beaten until light and fluffy
1 c. sugar
1 c. mashed potatoes
2 tbsp. melted shortening
3/4 c. buttermilk
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Sift flour, baking powder, nutmeg, soda and salt together. Mix eggs, sugar, potatoes, shortening, buttermilk and vanilla; combine with dry ingredients. Roll 1/2 inch thick on floured board; cut with 2 1/2 to 3 inch cutter. Fry in deep vegetable shortening. Yield 18-24 doughnuts.