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

Heat fat or oil (3 to 4 inches) to 375 degrees in deep fryer or kettle. Measure 1 1/2 cups flour and the remaining ingredients into large mixing bowl. Blend 1/2 minute on low speed, scraping bowl constantly. Beat 2 minutes medium speed, scraping occasionally. Stir in remaining flour.

Turn dough onto well floured cloth covered board. 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. Drain. Serve plain, sugared or frosted.