2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. butter
1/3 c. shortening
1 egg
1 tbsp. milk
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

1. Stir together flour, baking powder and salt. In larger bowl beat butter and shortening. Add sugar and beat. Add egg, milk and vanilla; beat. Add flour mixture and beat. Divide dough in half. Cover and chill until easy to handle.

2. Roll dough 1/2 inch thick. Cut with cookie cutters. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 7-8 minutes. Makes 36-48 cookies.