Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Blend the sugar and shortening together with a fork.
2. 2
   Add eggs, vanilla and gradually add the flour, one cup at a time.
3. 3
   It will seem a little dry.
4. 4
   Spoon out on cookie sheet, ungreased, and bake in oven at 325° for about 20 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
5. 5
   When you take them out, they will be soft, but as they cool, they will become firmer.
6. 6
   Do not overcook.