Mix and set aside:
3 T yeast
1/2 C warm water
1/2 T sugar

Mix:
2 C scalded milk (cooled)
4 T butter
1/2 C sugar
2 tsp salt
1 C mashed potatoes (cooled)
2 eggs

Add yeast mixture and then add:
6 C flour (no more)

Mix thoroughly and place in greased bowl to raise for 1 hour. Dough will be sticky. Roll dough on greased or sprayed surface until 1/4 thick. Cut with donut cutter (or use biscuit cutter and something smaller to take out the donut hole). Pour oil in electric fry pan about 1 1/2 " deep and heat to 350. Cook until golden brown, drain and dip in frosting while hot. Let cool and serve. Makes 50

Frosting: 1 bag powdered sugar and 1 C milk