Anthropologist Paul R. Mullins cites an 1803 English cookbook as the first of its kind to mention doughnuts – in an appendix of “American” recipes. Even from the first days of the 19th century, the fried creations were considered a uniquely American staple.
Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Doughnuts
It's National Doughnut Day - truly one of the nation's finest holidays. But how much do you actually know about the poignant, patriotic history of our favorite fried food product?