Raised Drop Donuts

Soak warm water and yeast until dissolved.

Combine sugar, shortening, eggs, salt, nutmeg, 2 cups sifted flour and warm milk. Beat for 2 minutes. Add yeast mixture and beat.

Add 2 cups more of sifted flour and beat 2 more minutes.

Cover and place in a warm spot for 45 minutes. Drop in hot oil. Take 1/2 teaspoon dough and push off spoon with another spoon.

Roll in sugar or glaze.