Rich Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. shortening
3 eggs
3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Cream sugar, butter, shortening, eggs and vanilla thoroughly. Blend together dry ingredients and stir with creamed mixture a little at a time.
Chill for several hours.
(If using a cookie press, do not chill and substitute shortening for butter.)
Roll out small portions to 1/8-inch thickness.
Cut with floured cookie cutters.
If using pre-sifted flour, omit baking powder and salt. Sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.
Yields 5 to 6 dozen.