2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. cream or milk

Mix and sift 1 1/2 cups of flour, baking powder and salt together. Cream shortening, until soft and beat in sugar, egg, vanilla and cream. Mix in the flour combination. Gradually add remaining 1/2 cup flour until dough is just stiff enough to roll. Chill thoroughly.

Place on a lightly floured board and roll 1/8 inch thick. Cut with floured cutters in animal or other desired shapes. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Sprinkle with sugar and bake in 375 degree oven for 8- 10 minutes. Makes 4-5 dozen cookies.