Directions

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add warm milk, sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg; mix well.
3. Gradually add flour and knead dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Cover dough and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
5. Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut with doughnut cutter.
6. Heat oil to 375F (190C) in a deep fryer or deep pan.
7. Fry doughnuts a few at a time until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
8. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
9. Glaze or dust doughnuts once cool enough to handle.