1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
3 c. plain flour
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. baking powder

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and beat well. Sift flour with nutmeg and baking powder. Combine egg and sugar mixture with flour mixture and chill. Roll out thin. Cut and size or shape desired. Bake in 375 degree oven until lightly browned. Cool. Store in a covered tin or jar.