Ingredients
1/4 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 teaspoons hot water
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Chill for at least 1 hour.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
For frosting, melt butter in a saucepan until golden brown; stir in confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and enough water to reach a spreading consistency. Frost cooled cookies.
