Traditional Cut-Out Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening (part butter or margarine, softened)
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt

Preparation

Mix thoroughly shortening, sugar, eggs and flavoring.
Blend in flour, baking powder and salt.
Cover; chill at least 1 hour. Heat oven to 400\u00b0.
Roll dough 1/8-inch thick on lightly floured cloth-covered board.
Cut into desired shapes.
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until very light brown (roll thicker for a softer cookie).
Makes about 3 dozen 2-inch cookies.