Sugar Cookies XII

This recipe makes a lot of cookies! They are great for big holiday get-togethers. Try the sugar cookie icing recipe with these.

• Calories: 283 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 3 cups white sugar
• ¾ tablespoon baking soda
• 8 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 cups lard

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and lard until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla and buttermilk. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; blend into the creamed mixture. Cover dough and chill for at least 2 hours.

Step 3

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters, into desired shapes. Place on unprepared cookie sheets.

Step 4

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from baking sheets to cool on wire racks.