1 c. shortening
2 c. granulated sugar
3 eggs
3 1/2 to 4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla or lemon extract

Cream shortening and sugar together, add eggs and flavoring and beat until fluffy, sift flour, measure and add salt and baking powder, sift again. Add sifted dry ingredients, sir until a medium soft dough is formed, chill several hours in refrigerator, roll very thin and cut in fancy shapes, brush tops with rich milk and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Decorate with pecan halves; if desired. Place 1 inch apart on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 4 to 5 dozen cookies.