4 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1/4 c. milk
2 tsp. vanilla
Assortment of fillings

In large mixer bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine eggs, milk and vanilla. Stir into shortening mixture. Blend well. Shape mixture in two 8 inch rolls, 2 inches in diameter. Wrap and chill.

Cut each roll in 1/4 inch slices. On floured surface, pat two slices of dough to 2 1/2 inch circles. Top one circle with 2 teaspoons of desired filling combination. Place second cookie circle over filling; seal edges with fork. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in 375 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 1 1/2 dozen large cookies.

FILLINGS:

Apple pie filing, cherry pie filling, mince meat, chopped walnuts, assorted jams and jellies, semi-sweet chocolate pieces, raisins, chopped dates, etc.