Dropped Teacakes

1. 1

   Cream butter in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer.

3. 3

   Add eggs, beating well.

4. 4

   Combine flour, baking powder, soda and nutmeg.

5. 5

   Add flour mixture to creamed mixture, alternately with buttermilk, mixing well.

6. 6

   Stir in vanilla.

7. 7

   Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.

8. 8

   Bake at 375u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes or until Tea Cakes are lightly browned.

9. 9

   Cool on wire racks.

10. 10

    Yields 6 dozen.

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