| 1 | Combine shortening and boiling water. |
| 2 | Stir in milk and lemon flavoring. |
| 3 | Dissolve the yeast in ?cup warm water. |
| 4 | When shortening mixture is lukewarm add in yeast mix. |
| 5 | Add remaining ingredients, adding just enough flour to make a soft dough that can be kneaded. |
| 6 | Knead for 5 minutes. |
| 7 | Cover dough and let rest for 10 minutes. |
| 8 | Roll out to ?inch thickness. |
| 9 | Cut into 6" x 1" strips. |
| 10 | Cover with tea towel and let rise for 1 hour. |
| 11 | Heat oil to 375 deg f. |
| 12 | Slip raised side of dough into oil and then turn over, cooking both sides until lightly browned. |
| 13 | Drain on paper towels, then frost. |
| 14 | For the icing, boil the butter, brown sugar, and cream in a small pan for three minutes. |
| 15 | Add flavoring, then enough powdered sugar to make spreading easy. enjoy |