• 3/4 cup shortening
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 1/2 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder

Mix first 4 ingredients thoroughly.

Blend flour and baking powder; combine with other ingredients.

Cover and chill in fridge for 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Roll 1/8" thick and cut into desired shapes.

Bake for 6-8 minutes. Cool and decorate if desired.