2 c. sifted self-rising flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. water

Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease 2 large baking sheets; set aside.

Combine flour and baking soda in bowl; set aside. Cream sugar and shortening with electric mixer in large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour mixture.

Add egg and lemon peel, juice and water; blend well.

Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.

Bake 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let stand 1 minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Makes about 36-48 cookies.