1 c. shortening (1/2 c. butter & 1/2 c. butter)
1 c. sugar
3 eggs
3 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Cream shortening well. Gradually add sugar and continue creaming. Add eggs and beat well. Blend in sifted dry ingredients; add vanilla extract. Refrigerate dough for about 2 hours. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes on ungreased cookie sheet. Makes 5-6 dozen.