Sugar Cookies 1/3 cup shortening 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 0.5 whole egg 2 teaspoons milk 1 cup flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt Cream shortening, sugar and vanilla. Add egg, beat until light and fluffy. Stir in milk. Sift together dry ingredients and blend into creamed mixture. Chill 1 hour. Bake @ 375 for 6 - 8 minutes.