Ginger, cinnamon, long pepper, honey and nutmeg compounded into a baked goodie are a specific Arab prescription for potency. In the Middle Ages, aphrodisiac spices were kneaded into pastries intended for the beloved. A little sugar and intensely flavored spice makes everything nice.

“A great change to the usual grilled burgers. These burgers are stuffed with ham, cheese, mushrooms, and onions then slow grilled. Grill over hickory or mesquite wood if possible for better flavor! A sure family pleaser!”

In this case, the most important step is the one in which you transfer the doughnuts (after they have risen) from the baking sheet into the shortening. You must do this very gently so that the dough does not deflate. The fluffier the doughnuts are when they go into the shortening, the more tender and Krispy Kreme-like they’ll be when they come out.