Sugar Cookies (MOM)

  1. Cream 1/2 cup shortening with 1 cup sugar
  2. Add 1 well-beaten egg, 2 tbsp. milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla (beaten together until light and fluffy)
  3. Mix together 1 3/4 cup flour, 2 tsp. baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt
  4. Add to egg mixture
  5. Cook for 6-8 minutes