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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 c. shortening (part butter)
  • 1 c. sour cream, with 1 tsp. baking soda stirred in
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 tsp. baking powder, stirred into
  • 5-6 c. flour

Method

  • Beat shortening and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs and vanilla and beat well.
  • Add sour cream and flour alternately.
  • Chill 1 hour or overnight.
  • Pat out or roll on floured board.
  • Cut into desired shapes.
  • Bake on greased baking sheet at 400° for 8-10 minutes.
  • Makes 7-8 dozen cookies.
  • If desired, sprinkle colored with colored sugar before baking or ice when cool.