1/2 c. Crisco
1 c. sugar
1 egg, well beaten
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tbsp. sweet milk
2 1/2 c. flour

Cream together Crisco and sugar; add well-beaten egg. Then add remaining ingredients.

Shape into a ball. Works best if chilled for 15-20 minutes. Then roll out and cut in desired shapes. Bake at 325 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Excellent for Christmas or Valentine cut outs.