1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg beaten (remove 1 tbsp.)
2 tbsp. milk
Vanilla
Dash of salt
1 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder

Combine sugar and shortening. Add beaten egg, milk and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients. Drop on baking sheet and flatten. Dent top and varnish with egg, then sprinkle with sugar. Place drop of jelly or walnut in indentation. Bake in 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes.