1/2 c. butter
3/4 c. white sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. shortening
1 lg. egg
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. salt

Cream together first 5 ingredients and then add the rest. Mix well and chill approximately 1/2 hour. Fill cookie press and press onto cookie sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 7 to 8 minutes. Makes 6 to 7 dozen cookies.

VARIATIONS: Instead of vanilla, try almond or maple extracts; or 2 teaspoons lemon extract and 1 tablespoon lemon peel (instead of vanilla) or 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg.