Granny'S Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening in a large bowl; gradually add 1 1/2 cups sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
3. 3
   Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.
4. 4
   Mix well.
5. 5
   Stir in extract.
6. 6
   Cover and chill 1 hour.
7. 7
   Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
8. 8
   Cut with a 2 3/4 inch round cookie cutter; place on greased cookie sheets.
9. 9
   Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with sugar, if desired.