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                         MOLASSES DOUGHNUTS ABM

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Serving Size  : 16   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts                         Breads
               Kooknet                          Cyberealm

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  3       tb           Shortening
  3                    Eggs
    1/2   c            Molasses
    1/2   c            Water
    1/2   ts           Salt
  2       ts           Baking Powder
  4       tb           Buttermilk -- dried
  1       t            Ginger
  2       ts           Cinnamon
  3 3/4   c            Flour
  1 1/2   ts           Yeast
    1/2   c            Powdered Sugar -- or
    1/2   c            Granulated Sugar

 Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature.
 Place the first 11 ingredients in the machine. Program
 for knead and first rise and press start. The dough
 will be just a little sticky; a tiny amount will stick
 to your finger. It does hold some shape while
 kneading.  Flour your work surface and rolling pin.
 When the cycle is complete, turn the dough out onto
 the floured surface and let it sit for 10 minutes.
 Roll the dough to 1/3" thick. Use enough flour to keep
 the dough from sticking. Cut doughnuts with cutter.

 Place the doughnuts on a greased baking sheet and
 cover with a clean towel. Let rise for 1 hour, or
 until doubled in bulk. Heat 1 1/2 to 2" of oil in
 saucepan or deep fryer. Use a thermometer to help keep
 the temperature constant. Fry 2 to 3 doughnuts at a
 time.  Fry them for 2 to 3 minutes, turning frequently
 and spooning the hot oil over them. Remove with
 slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Check the
 first few for doneness. Shake the warm doughnuts, 3 or
 4 at a time, in a sturdy paper bag with sugar in it.

 Source: Desserts from your Bread Machine Typed by Meg
 Antczak, Fido Coking Conference 07-19-95 Revised for
 Meal-Master Format by Katherine Smith



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