Swedish Rusks

Ingredients

 * 1 1/4 	cups sugar
 * 1/2 	cup shortening
 * 1 	egg, beaten
 * 1 	cup sour milk or buttermilk
 * 3 1/2 	cups flour
 * 1/2 	teaspoon salt
 * 1/2 	teaspoon baking soda
 * 1 	teaspoon baking powder
 * 1 	cup chopped nuts

Directions

 * Cream sugar and shortening, add egg and sour milk and stir.
 * Sift flour, salt, soda, and baking powder together.
 * Add to first mixture.
 * Add nuts, if desired.
 * Bake one hour at 350 degrees.
 * Cut into 1 1/2 x 3-inch strips and dry in slow oven.