1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
1 tsp. almond or vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sour cream or plain yogurt
3 eggs
5 c. flour

Cream shortening and sugar. Add flavoring, baking soda, sour cream and eggs. Mix in flour. Roll out 3/16-inch to 1/4-inch thick. Cut out shapes. Place cookies on ungreased trays. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.