1 c. shortening
1 3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. flour
1/2 c. milk
2 tsp. baking powder (only if using plain flour)
1/2 tsp. salt (only if using plain flour)

Cream sugar and shortening together and add eggs. Beat until creamy. Add about 2 cups of flour and milk to mixture; beat well. Add flavoring and remaining flour and continue beating. After mixture is well beaten, roll to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured board. Cut with a cookie cutter. Bake on a cookie sheet in 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes about 6 cookies.