Drop Doughnuts

* Exported from MasterCook II *

DROP DOUGHNUTS

Recipe By : Marilyn Kleinfall (ToH Oct/Nov 96)
Serving Size : 36 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Snacks

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup mashed potatoes (mashed with milk and
butter)
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg -- beaten
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cooking oil for deep-fat frying
Additional sugar OR confectioners' sugar -- optional

In a bowl, combine potatoes, sugar, egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine dry
ingredients; stir into potato mixture. Heat oil in an electric skillet or
deep-fat fryer to 375F. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, 5 to 6 at a time, into
hot oil. Fry for 1 minute per side or until golden brown. Drain on paper
towels. Roll in sugar if desired. Serve immediately.

YIELD: 3 to 3 1/2 dozen

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