Ingredients
1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon maple flavoring2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup chopped nutsFROSTING:1/2 cup butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons maple flavoring2 to 3 tablespoons hot water
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream together shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in sour cream and maple flavoring. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 375°. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool completely on wire racks.
For frosting, in a small saucepan, heat butter over low heat until golden brown. Remove from the heat; blend in confectioners’ sugar, maple flavoring and enough water to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cookies.
