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Grandma's Tea Cakes

By: Laura Quinn Dyches

"When I was a child, these golden cookies were a special treat from my grandmother, who often invited me to tea parties at her house. Now when I make these cookies. I remember those warm special times."

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Prep Time:
20 Min

Cook Time:
15 Min

Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 33 servings

Ingredients

1 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons milk

Directions

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and extract; beat well. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Chill for 1-2 hours. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place 2-1/2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned (do not overbake). Cool 1 minute on pan before removing to a wire rack.