Buttermilk Cookies

• 1 Cup Sugar
• 1 Cup Shortening
• 1 Egg
• 1/2 Cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 3 Cups Flour

1. Combine all ingredients, except flour. Mix well.
2. Add flour.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
4. Adding chocolate chips are optional.

This is a good way to use up extra buttermilk that will spoil otherwise. Hope you enjoy!

Icing Recipe:

    1. 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

    2. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    3. 3 Tablespoons Buttermilk

*mix the three ingredients together. Frost the cookies while they are still warm. Serve once the icing is set.