2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. soft shortening (butter)
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 c. sifted confectioners sugar
2 tbsp. milk
Blanched almonds
Raspberry jam

Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside. Blend shortening, vanilla, and sugar until fluffy. Mix together with flour mixture and 2 tablespoons milk. Refrigerate until easy to handle. Roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out 2 1/2 inch rounds. Cut center holes in half the rounds. Brush with milk and sprinkle tops with sliced almonds. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10-15 minutes until done ant 350 degrees. Sprinkle tops with powdered sugar. Put together with jam just before eating.