Ingredients
2 cups sugar3 eggs1/3 cup shortening1-1/2 cups hot mashed potatoes (prepared without added milk and butter)1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground nutmegOil for deep-fat fryingAdditional sugar
Preparation
In a large bowl, beat the sugar, eggs and shortening. Add the potatoes, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to potato mixture. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry for 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; roll in additional sugar while warm.
