Crisp Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs, unbeaten
3 tablespoons sweet cream or 3 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Gradually add sugar to shortening, creaming until fluffy.
Beat in eggs, one at a time.
Add cream and flavorings.
Combine flour, soda, and salt.
Add to creamed mixture, mix well.
Chill.
Roll out small amounts at a time, very thin, on lightly floured board.
Cut with various shaped cookie cutters.
Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
Sprinkle with additional granulated or colored sugar.
Bake in 400 degree oven 6 to 9 minutes, until golden.
Makes 6 dozen medium-sized cookies.