Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3 1/2 c. flour
  • sour cream
  • 1 c. milk
  • 2 Tbsp. vinegar

Method

  • Cream shortening and sugar.
  • Add eggs, vanilla, soda, salt and baking powder.
  • Mix well; set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, pour milk and add vinegar.
  • Let stand 3 minutes.
  • Alternate flour and sour cream in shortening mixture; stir well.
  • Drop onto slightly greased cookie sheet.
  • Sprinkle with cookie decorations or colored sugar crystals.
  • Bake at 350° until slightly brown around edges.