1/3 c. sugar
1/2 c. milk
1 egg
2 tbsp. melted shortening
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. seedless raisins
Vegetable shortening for frying

Blend together 1/3 cup sugar, milk, egg and melted shortening. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; add to liquid mixture and stir lightly. Mix in raisins.

Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls into shortening heated to 365 degrees. Fry 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. In a bag; mix 1/4 cup sugar and 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg or cinnamon. Shake warm donuts in bag to coat.