1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. butter
3 c. flour, take out 3 tbsp. for rolling
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Mix all together. Roll out using the 3 tablespoons flour onto waxed paper. Cut out with cookie cutter. Place on greased sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 10 minutes or until golden brown.