Sugar Cookie Request

I'm only going to post this recipe. No back ground. No info.

This recipe was requested from me because I got it from someone else who got it from someone else..... so take it for what it is.

Sugar Cookies

1 1/2 Cups Sugar
1 Cup Shortening
3 Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla
1/4 tsp Almond
**** Cream all of the above together until very well blended.

4 1/ Cups Flour, Sifted
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Soda
**** Blend dry ingredients together in a separate bowl. Add to shortening mixture in thirds.

Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate overnight. Allow to warm slightly before rolling out. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 - 9 minutes. Do not over bake.

Frosting

2 Cups Crisco
1/2 Cup Butter
1 cup Cold Water (may not need it all)
2 tsp Salt
2 tsp Vanilla
1 tsp Butter Flavor
1 tsp Almond
2 Pounds Powdered Sugar

Cream shortening and butter together. Blend in 1/2 of powdered sugar with salt and flavorings. Add in 1/2 cup of water and blend. Add remaining powdered sugar. Add water as needed for consistency.