Ingredients

• 2/3 cup shortening
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup milk
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and milk. Combine the flour , baking powder and salt, stir into the wet mixture. Cover and chill for about 1 hour.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough out to 1/4 to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters.
3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until middle of cookie springs back when touched. Cool on wire racks. Frost with frosting if desired.