Great Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix well the shortening, sugar, eggs and extract.
2. 2
   Blend flour, baking powder and salt.
3. 3
   Add to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Chill at least 1 hour.
5. 5
   Heat oven to 400°.
6. 6
   Roll dough to 1/8-inch thick on floured surface.
7. 7
   Cut with 3-inch cookie cutter.
8. 8
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Place 1 or 2 raisins in center of cookie.
10. 10
    Bake for 6 to 8 minutes.
11. 11
    Makes about 4 dozen.