In 364 Days

     Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent for Christians around the world, a time of penitence and reflection.  Traditionally all foods made with sugar, yeast, butter  and flour, or fried in fat are forsaken as individuals practice self denial.

     So with that in mind, please store the following recipe away for the next 364 days.  In 2016 you can pull it out and enjoy a time honored Pennsylvania German specialty.

Potato Fastnachts 

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups hot mashed potatoes

1 cup milk

3 beaten eggs, 

2 Tbsp melted butter

2 cups sugar

2 Tbsp baking powder

5 cups all purpose flour

In a large bowl combine all ingredients, but add flour slowly.  Divide dough in half and roll to 1/2" thickness.  Cut with doughnut cutter.  Fry in deep fat or oil, turning when brown.

Drain on paper towels and let cool.