HONEY REFRIGERATOR COOKIES

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This was a popular recipe during World War II when sugar was rationed. It uses a combination of honey and sugar. Prep time includes refrigeration time. These need to be started the day before baking.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Cookies

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c honey
1/2 c brown sugar
1/2 c vegetable shortening
1 large egg
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Cream together honey, sugar, and shortening. Beat in egg.
  • 2. Add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • 3. Roll the dough into 2-inch diameter logs (length is up to you. Wrap in waxed paper and refrigerate for a day.
  • 4. Preheat oven to 400F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • 5. Slice cookies from logs about 1/4 inch thick and place on baking sheets.
  • 6. Bake 10-12 minutes. Cool on wire rack.

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