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Crisp Sugar Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs, unbeaten
3 tablespoons sweet cream or 3 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. Gradually add sugar to shortening, creaming until fluffy.
2. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
3. Add cream and flavorings.
4. Combine flour, soda, and salt.
5. Add to creamed mixture, mix well.
6. Chill.
7. Roll out small amounts at a time, very thin, on lightly floured board.
8. Cut with various shaped cookie cutters.
9. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
10. Sprinkle with additional granulated or colored sugar.
11. Bake in 400 degree oven 6 to 9 minutes, until golden.
12. Makes 6 dozen medium-sized cookies.
By RecipeOfHealth.com