Mix as for pie crust:

3 1/2 c. flour
1 c. lard or butter

Mix and add:

2 eggs
1 c. sour cream
1 yeast cake soaked in warm water and 1 tsp. sugar, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. vanilla

Mix thoroughly and knead. Cover and let rise 3-4 hours. Knead. In refrigerator let rise 2-3 hours. Use 1 cup sugar for rolling. Roll into squares and fold in threes. Roll again repeating three times. Cut the last squares into strips 1 x 4 inches. Twist one end over. Grease cookie sheet. Bake when cookie sheet is filled. Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes.