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Aunt Ruth's Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 1/2 c, powdered sugar
1 1/4 c. oleo or shortening
2 eggs
3 c. flour
2/3 tsp. cream of tartar
2/3 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
Nuts.
Directions:
Directions:
Chill.

Make in balls. Roll balls in sugar and dip glass in sugar before pressing cookies. Add nuts on top.

Bake @ 350º for 8 minutes. Loosen immediately from pan.

I mix up with my hands as dough is very thick. Handles easier when cold.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
I remember Aunt Gert making these cookies. I was surprised to see the recipe came from Aunt Ruth.

 

 

 

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