2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
4 eggs
1 c. buttermilk
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla
4 or 5 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder

Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs and mix; add soda, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and vanilla. Alternate flour and milk. Refrigerate overnight or a few hours. Roll rather thin; bake at 375 degrees until golden brown.