1/2 c. butter, softened
1/4 c. vegetable shortening
3/4 c. granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. all purpose flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt

Place butter and shortening in large mixing bowl. Cream together on medium high speed. Add sugar gradually. Beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add egg and powder and salt in separate bowl. Add to butter and sugar mixture in three additions; mixing well after each addition. Dough will be stiff. Place dough in cookie press. Press cookies on ungreased baking sheet. Bake in 375 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly brown around the edges. Do not over bake.