Ethel's Sugar Cookies Recipe

Summary

MethodDish
Main IngredientHealthy

Ingredients

 Butter margarine3/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Sugar1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Eggs2
 1/2 tsp. lemon flavoring or 1 tsp. Vanilla
 2 1/2 cups Gold Medal
 Flour
 Baking powder1 Teaspoon
 Salt1 Teaspoon

Directions

Mix shortening, sugar, eggs, and flavoring thoroughly.
Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting.
Stir flour, baking powder, and salt together; blend in.
Chill at least 1 hr.
Heat oven to 400° (mod.hot).
Roll dough 1/2 thick on lightly floured board.
Cut with 3" cooky cutter.
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake 6 to 8 min., or until cookies are a delicate golden color.
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