1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2/3 tbsp. milk
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ground lemon peel

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, vanilla and peel. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk. Chill before rolling. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Makes 2-3 dozen.

GLAZE:

1 egg white
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 c. powdered sugar
Water as needed

Mix above ingredients until like enamel paint. When glaze is firm, paint on with brush, using food colors.