 "This is a local favorite in my hometown
and surrounding towns...and only made at Christmas time."
- Submitted by auntrazie.
"Hearts"
for Christmas Cookies
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 1/2 cup lard or shortening
- 1 quart soured cream (real
cream gone sour)
- 10 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon,
freshly ground
- In large bowl cream sugar,
butter and lard until fluffy, add the soured cream, mixing well.
Stir in the flour and
cinnamon, combining well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Roll dough out on floured
board or table to desired
thickness, not too thin, about 1/2-inch thick. Cut into 6 to 8-inch strips, 1/2 to 5/8-inch
wide with a grooved cutting
wheel. Shape into hearts.
Brush tops with beaten egg yolk, thinned with a little milk, if needed.
- Bake at 375°F
(190°C) for
10 to 15 minutes.
Makes about 6 to 8 dozen.
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