OLD FASHIONED TEA CAKES
1 c. shortening
1 3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs
3 c. plain flour, sifted
Nuts (optional)
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk
2 tsp. vanilla (or 1 tsp. each of vanilla and lemon)
Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time. Sift together flour,
baking powder, and salt. Add to mixture alternately with milk. Add flavoring
and nuts. Turn onto floured board and roll out to 1/4 inch thick. Cut and place
on well greased baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool on
brown paper or cake rack.
ICING:
1 stick butter
2 c. sugar
1/2 c. Pet milk
1/4 c. cocoa
Bring to boil and cook 2 1/2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon vanilla. Put
between tea cake and make a sandwich type cookie.
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