Halloween Sugar Cookies
["1 1/2 c. shortening (use half butter)", "1 1/2 c. sugar", "4 c. sifted flour", "2 tsp. salt", "1/3 c. milk", "2 tsp. vanilla", "2 eggs", "1 1/2 tsp. baking powder", "1/3 c. raisins (optional for eyes, nose, mouth)"]
["Cream the shortening and vanilla.", "Add sugar gradually, creaming.", "Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Sift flour, baking powder and salt together.", "Add, alternating with milk.", "Chill dough thoroughly.", "Roll a portion of dough at a time to 1/4-inch thickness on lightly floured board.", "Cut, using 1-pound coffee can.", "Place on lightly greased cookie sheet.", "Bake at 375\u00b0 for 10 minutes, or until browned.", "Decorate as pumpkins."]
["shortening", "sugar", "flour", "salt", "milk", "vanilla", "eggs", "baking powder", "raisins"]