Drop Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together the flour, soda and salt.
2. 2
   In separate bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, sugar and vanilla.
3. 3
   Add egg to creamed mixture and beat until fluffy.
4. 4
   Add dry ingredients plus milk to creamed mixture and stir until smooth.
5. 5
   Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Flatten with bottom of glass which has been dipped into sugar.
7. 7
   Bake in a preheated 350° to 400° oven for about 12 minutes.
8. 8
   Cool.
9. 9
   Yields 5 1/2 dozen 2-inch cookies.