Cookbook:Brown Sugar Nutmeg Cookies

Brown Sugar Nutmeg Cookies
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Ingredients

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Procedure

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  1. Combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and nutmeg in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Beat together in a large bowl the melted shortening and the brown sugar. Beat in the eggs, then the vanilla extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
  3. Shape dough into a log measuring 1½ inches in diameter. Wrap log in waxed paper or foil and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (180°C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
  5. Slice log into slices ¼ inch thick. Place slices 1 inch apart on the baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly colored. Cool on wire racks.