Granny's Tea Cakes Recipe

Directions:

1. Cream shortening in a large bowl; gradually add 1 1/2 cups sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
3. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.
4. Mix well.
5. Stir in extract.
6. Cover and chill 1 hour.
7. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
8. Cut with a 2 3/4 inch round cookie cutter; place on greased cookie sheets.
9. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
10. Sprinkle with sugar, if desired.