Christmas Cut-Out Cookies
Description
Sugar cut-out cookies with a hint of anise flavoring. Crisp and white, these cookies are excellent for frosting and decorating.
Ingredients
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1 cup shortening
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1 cup light brown sugar
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon anise extract
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup milk
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2
In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the anise extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Mix until just blended. Over-mixing will result in tough cookies.
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies at least one inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes or until firm. Cookie will not turn a golden brown. If they do, they're over-done. Turn out onto rack to cool. Wait until cool if frosting.