Traditional Sugar Cookies
["3/4 c. shortening (butter and margarine)", "1 c. sugar", "2 eggs", "1 tsp. vanilla", "2 1/2 c. flour", "1 tsp. baking powder", "1 tsp. salt", "1 tsp. cinnamon"]
["Mix thoroughly (softened) shortening, sugar, eggs and flavoring.", "Blend in flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Cover and chill 1 hour.", "Heat oven to 400\u00b0.", "Roll dough 1/8-inch thick on lightly floured cloth covered board.", "Cut into shapes. Place on ungreased baking sheet.", "Sprinkle with sugar or decorate. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until very light brown.", "Makes about 4 dozen."]
["shortening", "sugar", "eggs", "vanilla", "flour", "baking powder", "salt", "cinnamon"]