3 1/3 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. shortening
2 eggs
3/4 c. buttermilk

Heat fat or oil (3-4 inches) to 375 degrees in deep fryer or kettle. Measure 1 1/2 cups flour and the remaining ingredients into large mixer bowl. Blend 1/2 minute on low speed, scraping bowl constantly. Beat 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping bowl. Stir in remaining flour.

Turn dough onto well-floured cloth-covered board; roll around lightly to coat with flour. Gently roll dough 3/8 inch thick. Cut with floured doughnut cutter.

With wide spatula, slide doughnuts into hot fat. Turn as they rise to surface. Fry 2-3 minutes or until golden brown on both sides. Carefully remove from oil; do not prick the surface. Drain. Serve plain, sugared or frosted. 2 dozen.