2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. sugar (light corn syrup may be substituted)
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. melted shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder

Sift flour, salt, baking powder and nutmeg, add sugar and mix to a light, soft dough with the beaten egg, milk, shortening and vanilla. Roll 1/2" thick, fry in hot fat, drain. Shake in a bag with confectioners' sugar.