1 1/2 c. plus 1/3 c. flour
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. shortening
2 eggs
3/4 c. buttermilk

Heat oil (3 to 4 inches deep) in deep fat fryer or kettle. Measure 1 1/2 cups flour and remaining ingredients into large mixer bowl. Blend 1/2 minute on low speed, scraping bowl constantly. Beat 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in remaining flour. Turn dough onto well floured cloth covered board; roll around to coat with flour. Gently roll dough 3/8 inch thick. Cut with floured doughnut cutter. With wide spatula, slide doughnuts into hot fat. Turn doughnuts as they rise to surface. Fry 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown on both sides. Carefully remove from fat; do not prick the surface. Drain. Serve plain, sugared, or frosted. Makes 2 dozen.