1 c. shortening or butter
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/4 c. flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt

Cream shortening and sugar well. Add eggs and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients. Drop by teaspoon or make in balls on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Makes 6-8 dozen.

Icing and decorate if desired.