3/4 c. shortening (part butter)
1 (3 oz.) pkg. Jello (red or green)
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
Salt
1/2 c. sugar
Food coloring (if desired)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking powder

Cream shortening, sugar and Jello. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Beat in a couple drops of the appropriate color food coloring. Roll into walnut sized balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheets and flatten with glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 400 degrees, 7-10 minutes.