Grandma Cole'S Tea Cakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
3 eggs
1/2 tsp. lemon extract
3 c. all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
6 Tbsp. milk

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar.
Add eggs and extracts; beat well.
Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
Chill for 1/2 hour.
Shape into 1 1/4-inch balls.
Place 2 1/2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 11 to 13 minutes or until lightly browned (do not overbake).
Cool 1 minute on pan before removing to a wire rack.
Makes 5 1/2 dozen. Cookies can be frozen in heavy-duty bags or airtight containers.