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Lemon Sugar Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 8
From the 1961 Lutheran Favorites of St. James Lutheran Church, Howard Lake, Minnesota. Submitted by Mrs. Luther Zech.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup shortening (1/2 butter)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, unbeaten
2 cups flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons milk
Directions:
1. Combine first 6 ingredients and beat until smooth.
2. Add last 4 ingredients all at once, mix well.
3. Drop by teaspoonful on baking sheet.
4. Flatten with a flat glass covered with a damp cloth.
5. Sprinkle with sugar.
6. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
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