Aunt Joy's Sugar Cookies

Sastojci

3/4 Cup Shortening or Margarine (she uses margarine)

T Cup Sugar

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla or 1/2 teaspoon lemon (she uses vanilla)

2 1/2 cups flour

1 tsp baking powder (she uses a tiny bit more)

1 tsp salt

Upute

1. Mix shortening, sugar, eggs, and flavoring thoroughly. Blend in flour, baking powder, and salt. Chill at least a few hours or overnight.

2. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Roll dough 1/8 inch thick on lightly floured countertop. Cut out shapes. Place on ungreased baking sheet and bake 4-8 minutes or until very light brown.

Source: Carrie