Ingredients
1cupshortening
2cupswhite sugar
2eggs
1tspvanilla extract
1cupbuttermilk
2tspBaking Soda
4½cupsall-purpose flour
¾tspred food coloring
Preparation
Mix ingredients in the order given. Divide dough and add enough red food coloring for desired shades of pink or red.
Refrigerate dough for 40 to 60 minutes.
Roll and cut out with heart cutters. Sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 11 minutes. Do not overbake.
