1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening or butter
1 egg, beaten
4 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Cream sugar and shortening, add egg, milk and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients, mix well. Chill dough for 30 minutes. Bake at 325 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.