| 1 | Dissolve yeast in warm water; stir in honey. |
| 2 | Combine flour and salt; blend butter. |
| 3 | Add yeast mixture, egg and milk to form a soft dough. |
| 4 | Beat well and knead 5 minutes on a greased baking sheet. |
| 5 | Cover and let rise in a warm place about 1 hour or until doubled in bulk. |
| 6 | Deep-fry in 350°F oil 2 to 3 minutes or until browned on both sides; turn dough over halfway through cooking time. |
| 7 | Drain on paper towels. |
| 8 | Slit one side of doughnut and fill each with 2 to 3 teaspoons honey nut filling. |
| 9 | Honey nut filing: combine ?cup each chopped dried apricots, apples and walnuts; stir in 2 tablespoons honey and mix well. |
| 10 | Makes ?cup. |
| 11 | Serving tip: serve with honey to drizzle on filled doughnuts |
