Bake at 350 to 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Combine:

2/3 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2/3 c. Crisco shortening
2 slightly beaten eggs
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder

Form into ball. Put in plastic bag or cover bowl. Refrigerate overnight. On floured board roll out to desired thickness. Cut out shapes. Bake. Let cool and frost or sprinkle colored sugars or any topping on them before you bake them. Can be cut into hearts for Valentine's Day also.