The Ultimate Sugar Cookie

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Bake 5 to 9 minutes.
3. 3
   Combine sugar and Crisco in large bowl.
4. 4
   Beat at medium speed with electric mixer until well blended.
5. 5
   Add eggs, syrup and vanilla.
6. 6
   Beat well. Combine 3 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
7. 7
   Add gradually to creamed mixture at low speed.
8. 8
   Mix until well blended. Spread 1 tablespoon flour on sheet of wax paper.
9. 9
   Place 1/4 of dough on floured paper.
10. 10
    Flatten dough slightly; turn over and roll to 1/4-inch thickness.
11. 11
    Cut out with floured cutters.
12. 12
    Transfer to ungreased baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
13. 13
    Cool; frost and decorate.