Doughnuts

Heat fat or oil, 3 to 4 inches deep, to 375° in deep fat fryer or kettle.

Measure 1 1/2 cups of flour and the 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 lightly to coat with flour.

Roll dough gently 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 doughnuts.