2/3 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. butternut flavoring
1 egg
4 tsp. milk
2 c. flour

Cream shortening and sugar together. Beat until fluffy. Add egg, stir in milk. Blend flour. Divide in half; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Roll out 1/8-inch thick; cut with cookie cutters. Bake 6-8 minutes (until slightly brown on edge) at 350 degrees. Frost immediately; remove from pan to cool.

ICING:

Pour 1/2-1 cup confectioners sugar, 1/4 teaspoon flavoring, drop or two of food coloring, and 1-2 tablespoons water in a bowl. Mix well with spoon.