Simple Cutout Cookies
1 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
5 cups flour – (5 to 6)
Cream shortening and sugar together. Add the rest of the ingredients one at a time in order of appearance on the list, mixing each thoroughly. Chill at least 1 hour. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into desired shapes. Bake on a greased cookie sheet 10 to 12 minutes in a 350ºF oven. Should not brown at all, but should be cooked through.
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