1 1/4 tsp. dry yeast
2 tbsp. water
1 c. milk
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. shortening
3 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 egg
(If using self rising flour omit salt)

Soften yeast in warm water. Scald milk and shortening. Cool to lukewarm. Mix with yeast. Gradually add 2 cups of flour. Add egg and mix well. Stir in remaining flour. Cover and let rise double in bulk 1 1/2 hours. Knead well and roll out 1/4 inches thick. Cut in triangles, cover, and let rise 30 minutes. Fry in hot shortening. sprinkle with powdered sugar.