1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
2 c. sweet milk
7 1/4 c. flour, not sifted
8 tsp. baking powder
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tbsp. butter

Get very cold before rolling. Best to mix the night before. Roll on floured board to desired thickness; cut. Fry in deep fat, approximate temperature about 375-400 degrees.