Sour Cream Cookies

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 to 4 cups flour
dash nutmeg or cinnamon, optional
colored sugar, optional
icing, if desired

In a bowl, combine baking powder with flour; set aside. Mix baking soda with sour cream and set aside. Cream shortening with sugar; add eggs and beat until fluffy. Add flour mixture and sour cream mixture, alternating, in about 3 additions.

Chill, roll out about 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick on floured surface, and cut into shapes.
Bake at 350° for 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar or spices before baking, or frost when cooled.