Buttermilk Christmas Cookies

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This recipe was developed by my 80 year old german grandfather in his days as a chef at a family restaurant. We make these cookies every year as part of our holiday tradition, and usually have many to give away.

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Steps

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Mix together before starting: buttermilk and baking soda.

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Mixture will foam up , so put it in a medium sized bowl or measuring cup.

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Mix sugar and shortening until fluffy.

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Add eggs.

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Then sour cream , nutmeg , and baking powder.

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Alternate buttermilk mixture and flour until well incorporated.

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Refrigerate dough overnight.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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Roll out dough onto a lightly floured surface.

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Cut shapes into the dough with cookie cutters of your choice.

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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone lining.

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Bake cookies for 9 - 10 minutes or until lightly done.

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Ingredients

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whole buttermilk, baking soda, sugar, shortening, eggs, sour cream, ground nutmeg, baking powder, unbleached flour