5 c. white sugar
2 1/2 c. shortening
4 eggs
1 c. dark syrup
1 c. water
3 tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
12 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, then syrup. Put soda in water. Add other ingredients. Add vanilla, salt, baking powder, and flour. Roll and cut out. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.