Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. sugar (or a little more)
2/3 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. self-rising flour

Preparation

Mix all ingredients together and beat well.
If mixture is not smooth, add 1 teaspoon of milk at a time until smooth.
(Optional: One to two teaspoons of peanut butter can be added.)
Roll out and cut or drop by spoon.
Sprinkle with plain or colored sugar. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 minutes or less.