Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening, soft
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. flavoring (vanilla or lemon)
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt

Preparation

Mix shortening, sugar, eggs and flavoring thoroughly.
Sift together rest of ingredients and mix with other ingredients.
Chill 1 hour.
Roll 1/2-inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
Sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 6 to 8 minutes.
Makes about 4 dozen 3-inch cookies.