Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. butter, softened
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. lemon extract
1/4 c. milk
colored sugar or frosting

Preparation

Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, sugar, eggs and flavorings. Cream together.
Add the milk and flour mixture gradually, beating until well blended. Scrape the bowl as necessary. Refrigerate the dough at least 2 hours.