A delicious thin and crispy spiced refrigerator cookie.

Santa Claus Cookies - St.Nikolaas Koekjes of Holland

4 cups all-purpose flour

4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 cup sour cream

1 cup soft butter

1 cup vegetable shortening

2 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup finely chopped nuts

1. In medium bowl, combine flour, spices, mixing well; set aside. Dissolve baking soda in sour cream; set aside.
2. In large mixing bowl, cream butter and shortening with sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream . Stir in nuts. Knead. Shape into roll about 2 1/2-inches in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper or plastic wrap and chill for 8 hours.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut into 1/4-inch slices and bake on non-stick baking sheet for 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool. Store in tightly sealed container.

Makes 4 dozen cookies.