2 c. warm buttermilk
1/2 c. mashed potatoes
1/2 c. shortening
1/3 c. sugar
1 tbsp. yeast in 1/4 cup warm water
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
6 c. flour

Mix first 4 ingredients together. Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and let it set until it begins to work. Mix yeast into liquid. Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix all together and knead for 15 minutes. The dough will not be smooth. Let the dough rise until double in bulk. Knead down dough. Let rise until light. Cut off in 2 inch squares and fry in hot oil. Top with butter and honey, if desired.