Something sweet

Brown Sugar Nutmeg Cookies

Serves 13 $0.73 est. / serving

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Estimated ingredient cost$9.50For the whole recipe · ingredients used

Brown Sugar Nutmeg Cookies — Representative photograph; ingredients, garnishes and presentation may vary.

YOUR TIME IN THE KITCHEN

Make something good.

01
Combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and nutmeg in a bowl. Set aside.
02
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.
03
Shape dough into a log measuring 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap log in waxed paper or foil and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
04
Preheat oven to 375°F (180°C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
05
Slice log into slices 1/4 inch thick. Place slices 1 inch apart on the baking sheets.
06
Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly colored. Cool on wire racks.

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Photograph

File:Shortbread3.jpg — Hortensja Bukietowa. Own work

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