Mama's Raised Doughnuts

1 package yeast 1/2 cup warm water 1/4 cup shortening 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 egg 1/2 cup warm milk Approximately 4 cups flour

Directions:
Sprinkle yeast over warm water to dissolve. Meanwhile, combine shortening, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon and blend. Stir in egg and warm milk; then add softened yeast and beat until smooth. Add enough flour to make a soft dough that can be handled. Knead well and place in a greased bowl. Turn dough over, cover, and set in a warm place to rise. When dough has doubled, punch it down and repeat the rising process. Then roll dough on a floured board to about 1/2 inch thick and cut doughnuts with a floured cutter. Let rise 25 minutes. Fry in 3 to 4 inches of hot (375°) cooking oil. When cooked, sprinkle with sugar or cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Notes:
From my mother's recipe files.