1/2 c. vegetable shortening
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
3 tsp. milk
1/2 tsp. flavoring (any flavor)

Blend shortening, salt and egg. Mix dry ingredients together. Add to the shortening-egg mixture, alternating with milk and flavoring. Blend well. Chill. Roll out dough to 1/8-inch. Place cookies on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 5-10 minutes.