1 c. shortening

GROUP 1
3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. sugar

GROUP 2
2 eggs
4 tsp. milk
2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. almond extract

Sift together group one. Cut in shortening until lumpy. Blend in group two. Roll dough into balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet in 375 degree oven 8 to 10 minutes until edges are light golden brown. Dough will be soft. Put in container while warm. For variation add lemon peel, orange peel, chopped nuts or food coloring. Can be dipped in cinnamon or sugar. Can use in cookie press or cut out cookies on cookie sheet.