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Ingredients
| all-purpose flour (sifted): 2 1/2 cups |
| whole nutmeg: 3/4 tsp |
| baking powder: 1/2 tsp |
| salt: 1/2 tsp |
| multipurpose shortening: 1/2 cup |
| granulated sugar: 1 cup |
| eggs: 2 (large//beaten well) |
| 2% milk: 1 Tbl |
Copper Shop's Sugar Cookies
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Prep Time
10 min -
Cook Time
5 min -
Servings
3 serving(s)
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- Sift together flour, nutmeg, baking powder and salt.
- Beat shortening and sugar till light and fluffy, add eggs and milk, beating well.
- Add dry ingredients and mix until just moistened. Shape dough into three balls and wrap in wax paper.
- Chill overnight if possible.
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Lightly grease baking sheets.
- On surface dusted with powdered sugar, roll each ball to 1/8" thickness.
- Use cookie cutters dipped in powdered sugar to cut dough.
- Bake 4-5 minutes. Do not overbake.
- Cool slightly, remove from sheet.
- Cool completely and decorate as desired.