Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream the shortening, add sugar gradually and cream well with wooden spoon.
2. 2
   Add milk gradually to sugar mixture, then the well beaten egg and vanilla.
3. 3
   Sift in the flour, salt and baking powder.
4. 4
   Add enough flour to make a soft dough (if needed) and turn out on a floured board.
5. 5
   Roll to 1/4-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut and place on buttered pans and bake in a hot oven (350°) until slightly brown.