Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. shortening (part butter)
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 2/3 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/2 c. sour cream

Method

  • Heat oven to 375°.
  • Mix shortening, sugar, egg and vanilla thoroughly.
  • Sift dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture alternating with sour cream.
  • Divide dough and roll out to 1/4-inch thickness on well floured pastry board. Cut out desired shapes.
  • Place on greased baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with sugar. Bake about 10 minutes or until lightly browned.