1 c. lard
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. sour milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
5 c. flour

Blend lard, sugar, eggs, milk and vanilla together until smooth. Add salt, soda and flour and mix. Chill for a couple of hours. Roll out and cut out with your favorite shapes. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Cool. Frost.