1 tsp. vanilla
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 egg
2 tbsp. melted shortening
1 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
1 cup sugar
2 cups milk

Combine all ingredients with hands in a large bowl. Put on floured board and knead until soft. Roll out to 1/2-inch and cut. Fry 3 minutes in hot oil, turning when it comes to the top. Drain on brown paper bag. Shake in sugar.

Makes 3 dozen.