1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
1 egg
1 c. sour cream
2 tsp. vanilla
4 3/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
Dash of salt

Combine first 3 ingredients together, beat until light. Stir in sour cream and vanilla; mix. Combine dry ingredients, mix and add to creamed mixture; beat well. Chill dough 1 hour. Divide dough and roll out on a floured surface. Cut into desired shapes. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheet. Sprinkle with colored sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.