Christmas Cookies
["1/2 c. shortening", "1 c. sugar", "2 eggs", "2 Tbsp. milk", "1 Tbsp. almond extract", "3 1/2 c. flour", "2 tsp. baking powder"]
["Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.", "Add eggs, milk and extract.", "Beat well.", "Add sifted dry ingredients to creamed mixture.", "Cover and chill for 1 hour.", "Roll on floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.", "Cut into shapes.", "Bake on lightly greased cookie sheet.", "Bake at 375\u00b0 for 6 to 7 minutes.", "Cool, then decorate."]
["shortening", "sugar", "eggs", "milk", "almond extract", "flour", "baking powder"]