3/4 c. shortening
1 (3 oz.) pkg. Jello
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt

Mix together first 5 ingredients. Blend in remaining ingredients. Roll into balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 400 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes. NOTE: Any flavor Jello can be used.