Grandma Elaine's Xmas Decorating Cookies

Great grandma made these. Grandma made these as a kid. Mom taught me. Now I make it during the holidays ❤️

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Sift together the Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, & Salt

Step 2

Mix in shortening with hands

Step 3

Beat together Eggs, Milk, Cream of Tartar, & Vanilla Extract

Step 4

Add Egg mix to Flour mix

Step 5

Roll out & cut into seasonal shapes

Step 6

Bake at 350 degrees for X minutes until puffed up slightly browned (need to confirm what to look for to confirm completion)

Step 7

While baking, mix milk, vanilla extract, & powdered sugar. Measure with heart. If runny, add powdered sugar. If thick, add milk. Optional: separate into bowls and add food coloring

Step 8

Allow cookies to cool, add frosting and decorate!