1 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
Dash of salt
1 tsp. almond extract

Cream shortening, adding sugar gradually. Add unbeaten egg; beat well. Mix and add sifted flour, baking powder, and salt. Fill cookie press and form cookies on ungreased aluminum sheet. Bake in 375 degree oven for 10-12 minutes. Cool. Makes about 5 dozen.