Raised Doughnuts
"Time to make the doughnuts! If you are looking for authentic, old-fashioned, glazed doughnuts and you have the time, this one will please everyone in your family. The addition of vanilla bean in the batter makes them extra-special. "Pure yeasty goodness! This excellent recipe does take some time, but was worth it. For successful results, be sure to use a deep-fry thermometer to ensure that the oil is at the proper temperature: too low and the doughnuts will absorb oil, turning leaden and soggy; too high and the doughnuts will burn before the insides are cooked through. I glazed half the doughnuts and dipped the other half in cinnamon sugar; a mixture of 1/2 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon salt and 1-1/4 teaspoons cinnamon. Both versions were utterly delicious."..."