SOUTHERN TEA CAKES

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There were nine children in our family and Mother had to stretch the budget, so she made these often for dessert. I loved them when I was a child, and they're still a special treat. In fact, I've never met anyone who doesn't like these cookies. They're so simple and quick to make.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup shortening
1-3/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups self-rising flour

Steps:

In a bowl, cream together shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs. Add milk and vanilla; beat well. Stir in flour; mix well. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2-1/2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.