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

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Combine shortening, sugar, and eggs; add milk and beat well. Stir in yeast, 1 cup flour, and salt; mix well. Add remaining flour and stir until well blended. Let dough rise to top of bowl. Roll dough and cut. Frost with the following Glaze.

GLAZE:

2/3 c. boiling water
2 c. powdered sugar

Combine water and sugar. Spread over cooked donuts.