Crisp Pastel Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening (part butter)
1/2 c. sugar
1 (3 oz.) pkg. jelly (any flavor)
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

Mix thoroughly shortening, sugar, jello, egg and vanilla. Blend in dry ingredients.
Roll dough into 3/4-inch balls.
Place 3 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.
Flatten each with glass bottom dipped in sugar.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 6 to 8 minutes.
Makes 4 dozen cookies.