Sugar Cookies

This was an old family favorite that we always made growing up. Unlike a lot of people's sugar cookies, there's no frosting. We decorate them before cooking them, and then they are soft and yummy.

Sugar Cookies

1 cup sugar

2 eggs

1/2 tsp. lemon juice

2 1/2 cups flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. salt

1/2 cup shortening

1/4 cup butter

1. Mix all ingredients together until smooth. 
2. Chill for 1 hour, wrapped in plastic wrap.
3. Sprinkle flour down and roll out the cookie dough.
4. Cut using cookie cutters.
5. Transfer to baking sheet to decorate.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes.