Buttermilk Sugar Cookies

• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups shortening
• 4 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 16-oz. container butter cream frosting
• Optional: colored sugar or sprinkles

1. Blend together sugar, shortening and eggs. Add vanilla and buttermilk.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into sugar mixture. Add more flour as needed to make a firm dough.
3. Chill for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
4. On a floured surface, roll out dough to a 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out with cookie cutters; place on greased baking sheets.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 7 to 8 minutes. Let cool. Frost and decorate as desired.

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Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/buttermilk-sugar-cookies (may not work)