2 1/2 c. sugar
4 eggs
1 c. shortening
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla
3 3/4 c. plain flour
1 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. Steen's syrup

Mix baking powder, flour, and salt together. Set aside. Combine sugar, eggs, shortening, vanilla, milk, and syrup together. Mix thoroughly. Add flour mixture gradually. Mix thoroughly. Drop by spoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes in a 300 degree oven.