Tea Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Sift all dry ingredients together.
2. 2
   Cream sugar and shortening together until fluffy.
3. 3
   Beat eggs and add to sugar and shortening. Mix together well.
4. 4
   Add dry ingredients and milk alternately, beating thoroughly after each addition.
5. 5
   Take small amounts of cookie dough and place on floured pastry board.
6. 6
   Roll to 1/4-inch thickness and use cookie cutters to cut out.
7. 7
   Place on greased cookie sheet and bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes.
8. 8
   Cookie should be set, but not brown to be done.
9. 9
   Great for Christmas time to decorate.
10. 10
    Makes 4 dozen.