2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2/3 c. buttermilk
1 c. butter
1 tsp. baking soda
About 4 c. flour

Flavor with 2 teaspoons vanilla and 1 teaspoon lemon extract or can flavor with 2 teaspoons anise seeds and 1 teaspoon anise extract. Sprinkle with nutmeg and sugar.

Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate for about 1 hour. Roll and cut with cookie cutter. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.