Ingredients

The following ingredients have 18 Servings
  • 1 3/4 cups flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (or lemon or almond)

Instruction

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add egg and beat well. Then add vanilla and mix again.
  • Add dry ingredients and stir by hand with a large spoon.
  • Roll cookies out on a floured surface using a floured rolling pin. Cut out cookies using a glass or cookie cutters.
  • Place rolled out cookies on a greased cookie sheet and bake at 350° for about 5-7, until lightly brown on the edges. Cool before frosting.