Dollar Donut$

Next time you have leftover plain mashed potatoes, you really should make it a point to try these tasty little treats. So good, extremely light & tender and best of all, easy on your budget. This recipe makes about 3 dozen for less than a buck...hence the name...

1/2 cup leftover mashed potatoes, mashed w/ milk & butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cooking oil for deep frying
Cinnamon & additional sugar or powdered sugar, optional

In a large bowl combine potatoes, sugar , egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda & baking powder.
Stir dry ingredients into potato mixture.
Heat oil to 375 degrees.
Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, 5 or 6 at a time into hot oil. Fry for 1 minute per side before turning. Drain quickly on paper towels, then dust with cinnamon & sugar if desired.
Serve immediately.
Makes about 3 dozen