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Ingredients

  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 1/3 c. shortening
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp. milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Heat oven to 375°.
  • Stir together flour, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Beat butter and shortening for 30 seconds; add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  • Add egg, milk and vanilla; beat well.
  • Add dry ingredients to beaten mixture, beating until well combined.
  • Cover and chill at least 3 hours.
  • Working with 1/2 of the dough at a time, on a lightly floured surface, roll to 1/8-inch thickness.
  • Cut into desired shapes.
  • Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in a 375° oven for 8 minutes or until done.
  • Makes 36 to 48.
  • Dough can be frozen and used later.