2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
6 tbsp. butter
1/3 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla

Stir together flour, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat butter and shortening for 30 seconds; add sugar and beat until fluffy. Add egg, milk and vanilla; beat well. Add dry ingredients to beaten mixture, beating until well combined. Work with 1/2 of the dough on a lightly floured surface. Roll to 1/8 inch thickness and cut into desired shapes. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10 minutes or until done. Makes 36-48 cookies. Note: I use 1 cup sugar if I do not put icing on the cookies.