Refrigerator Cookies

01Method

1. 1

   Whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl and set the mixture aside.

2. 2

   In a separate large bowl, blend the shortening, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined, then work in the flour mixture by hand until a uniform dough forms.

3. 3

   Divide the dough into 3 equal portions and roll each into a log roughly 1½ inches wide and 7 inches long. Coat each log in colored sugar, wrap, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

4. 4

   Heat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and grease your baking sheets.

5. 5

   Slice each chilled log into ¼-inch rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheets.

6. 6

   Bake until the edges turn light golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Allow the cookies to firm up on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.