1/4 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. mashed potatoes
4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. sour milk or buttermilk

Blend together shortening, sugar, salt, and eggs. Stir in freshly cooked mashed potatoes. Sift flour with baking powder, nutmeg, and soda; add alternately with sour milk. Roll out to 1/2 inch; cut with doughnut cutter.

Fry in hot shortening (375 degrees) or when a cube of batter browns in 60 seconds. As soon as doughnuts rise to surface, turn with fork. Turn frequently until brown on both sides. Drain on absorbent paper.