Super Easy Doughnuts Recipe

Stir the vinegar into the milk and let stand for a few minutes until thick.

In a medium bowl cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla until well blended. Sift together the flour baking soda and salt; stir into the sugar mixture alternating with the vinegar and milk. Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/3 inch thickness. Cut into doughnuts using a donut cutter. Let stand for about 10 minutes.

Heat the oil in a large deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry doughnuts in the hot oil until golden turning over once. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm and serve immediately.