Maple Sugar Cookies

2 1/2 c. sifted cake flour
1 tsp. salt
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. maple sugar, sifted
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 tsp. lemon extract
1 tbsp. milk

Sift flour, salt, and baking powder together. Cream shortening and maple sugar together. Add eggs, lemon extract, milk, and dry ingredients. Mix well and chill for 30 minutes. Roll out 1/4 inch think and sprinkle with additional maple sugar. Cut with cookie cutter and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. Yield: 3 dozen.

Foods Native to the Americas: Maple sugar