Sugar Cookies
["3/4 c. shortening", "1 1/2 c. sugar", "2 eggs", "2 tsp. vanilla", "3 1/2 c. plain flour", "7 tsp. baking powder", "1 3/4 tsp. salt"]
["Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and vanilla.", "Add flour, baking powder and salt.", "Beat until smooth.", "Roll on floured board.", "Cut in desired shape 1/8-inch thick.", "Sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375\u00b0 for 10 minutes."]
["shortening", "sugar", "eggs", "vanilla", "flour", "baking powder", "salt"]