Ingredients
3/4 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 teaspoon lemon extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon saltColored sugar
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until easy to handle.
On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with 2-1/2-in. cookie cutters. Place on greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugar.
Bake at 400° for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
