DELICATE LEMON TEA CAKE COOKIES

1 c. soft butter 1 tsp. lemon zest

1 1/2 c. sugar 3 c. flour

1 tsp. lemon extract 1 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. real lemon juice 1/4 tsp. salt

2 eggs 3 T. buttermilk

Preheat oven to 350°. Beat he butter on medium speed for 1 minute,

add the sugar, lemon juice and lemon extract. Beat until light and

fluffy. Add the eggs and lemon zest. Beat well. Stir together the

flour, baking soda and salt. Add to the beaten mixture alternating with

the buttermilk. Drop by rounded teaspoon onto a greased baking sheet.

Sprinkle with sugar and bake for 10 - 12 minutes. Makes about 45 cookies.