1/2 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp. milk
2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Blend the first 4 ingredients together thoroughly, then add the sugar, eggs, milk, flour, baking powder and soda.

When well mixed, drop by spoonfuls on greased cookie sheet. Lightly flatten each cookie with a glass bottom covered with a damp cloth. Bake at 375 degrees until browned around edges.