1 1/2 c. sugar
6 tbsp. shortening
2 egg yolks and 1 whole egg, well beaten
1 c. sour milk (or buttermilk)
5 1/3 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. grated nutmeg

Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs. Add combined dry ingredients alternately with sour milk.

Preheat waffle iron. Drop 1 tablespoon butter in each section of the grid and bake. Makes 35 donuts.