1/4 c. oil
2 c. sugar
4 eggs (5 if sm.)
2 c. buttermilk
2 tbsp. baking powder
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla
8 to 9 c. flour (do not have too stiff)

Chill overnight or several hours. Roll out on floured surface. Cut and let rest until all are cut out. Fry in oil in electric frying pan at 350 to 400 degrees. Turn when half done. Dip very quickly in boiling water and drain on paper towel. Wipe fork each time or it will spatter.