Spritz Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and shortening until soft
2. 2
   Add sugar gradually and continue to cream for approx 5 minutes until light and fluffy
3. 3
   Add egg and vanilla; beat well
4. 4
   Mix flour, baking powder and salt together, slowly add to mixture; mix well after each addition, dough will be stiff
5. 5
   Shape dough into 2 rolls, wrap in wax paper and refrigerate for 1 hour
6. 6
   Fill gun and make cookies, decorate as desired
7. 7
   Bake at 375 for approx 7-8 minutes or until just starting to turn light golden around the edges.
8. 8
   Do not overbake