INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 2 teaspoons lemon extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon rind or lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• additional sugar

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar.
2. Add the egg, milk and extracts. Combine the flour, salt, leon rind, and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture.
3. Shape into 1-in. balls or drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
4. Flatten with a glass dipped in sugar.
5. Bake at 400 degrees F for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
6. Immediately remove to wire racks to cool.