6 c. sifted flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. shortening
3 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten well
2 tsp. vanilla

Yields: 10 dozen

Sift flour, baking powder and salt together.

Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.

Add eggs, vanilla; mix well.

Add dry ingredients.

Optional: Divide dough into 6 portions. Leave one (1) plain and make the following variations. Shape each piece of dough into a roll. CHILL. When firm, slice very thin and bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

1) CHOCOLATE - Add 2 ounces chocolate, melted.

2) COCONUT - Add 1/2 cup shredded coconut.

3) FRUIT - Add 1/3 cup raisins or chopped dates.

4) NUT - Add 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans.

5) SPICE - Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.