I made these cookies - the dough was too wet and sticky to roll - even after all night in the refrigerator. I'm sure that I followed the recipe exactly - even used lard - because I am trying to duplicate cookies that my Grandma used to make - I know she used lard. Any suggestions? I used plenty of flour on the board and rolling pins but could not roll it out!

Hi Mkmeier,

Flour absorbs different amounts of liquid due to many factors beyond your control, so it's important to adjust the consistency each time you bake. If your cookie dough is too wet to roll out, add a little extra flour at a time until you achieve a consistency that can be rolled out. If your cookie dough is too dry and crumbly, add a little extra liquid.

Be careful not to add too much flour or the cookies will become dry and heavy. There is a perfect balance somewhere in between!

-- CM