Instructions

1. Mix sugar, shortening and cream.
2. Add eggs, vanilla extract, salt and sourdough.
3. Fold in flour and baking powder.
4. Roll on lightly floured board; cut with knife into 1/4-inch slices.
5. Sprinkle with sugar.
6. Bake on cookie sheet at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes.

Yields 24 cookies.