My Mom's Raised Doughnuts

By Peggianne

4.77 / 5

1h

15min

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½ cup warm water 100 to 110 degrees F/40 to 45 degrees C
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1 teaspoon white sugar
¾ cup milk lukewarm
⅓ cup vegetable shortening
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
1 tablespoon warm water
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar sifted