Pattern Cookies

This recipe is great for cut out cookies. It was given to me by one of my best friends. Everybody loves these cookies.

• Calories: 296 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• .666 cup shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and milk. Combine the flour , baking powder and salt, stir into the wet mixture. Cover and chill for about 1 hour.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough out to 1/4 to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters.

Step 3

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until middle of cookie springs back when touched. Cool on wire racks. Frost with frosting if desired.