Betty’s Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

2 eggs

2/3 cup oil

2 tsp. vanilla

1 tsp. lemon rind

3/4 cup sugar

2 cups flour

2 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

Directions

Beat two eggs.

Stir in 2/3 cup oil, 2 tsp. vanilla, and 1 tsp. lemon rind.

Add 3/4 cup sugar till thick.

Then add two cups flour, two tsp. baking powder, and 1/2 tsp. salt.

Drop by spoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Smash with bottom of oiled glass dipped in sugar.

Bake 8—10 minutes at 400 degrees.

Makes three dozen cookies.

EXTRAS

We have a new book coming up and food is a part of the Cherry Street Kid’s continuing adventures. Here are two recipes to inspire some family cooking adventures in the meantime.

Who Hash

One of Our Favorites from Dr. Seuss…

Who Hash….so tasty and a favorite on Cherry Street. This dish originated in Whoville in the world of Dr. Seuss. The Dr. Seuss website is being renovated so we’re sharing a link from literature.net. And check them out for more receipts from books.