Ice Box Cookies
(from emily8260’s recipe box)
Source: Grandma Muyskens
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves 18 people
Categories: cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup shortening
- 2 eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon water and 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Pinch of salt
- 3 cups flour (may need a little more)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
Directions
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Beats sugar and shortening.
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Add egg mixture.
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Combine.
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Add dry ingredients.
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Combine.
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Place on lightly floured surface.
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Knead a few minutes.
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Divide dough in half.
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Shape each half into logs.
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Wrap each log and refrigerate.
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Slice and bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.