Sugar Cookies

1 C Margarine or Butter
1 C Shortening
2 1/4 C Granulated sugar
4 1/2 t Baking powder
6 C Flour
3 t Vanilla
3 Eggs
1/4 C Milk
Dash salt


Directions:

Thoroughly cream shortening/margarine, sugar, and vanilla. Add egg; beat till light and fluffy. Stir in milk. Sift dry ingredients; blend into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Chill 1 hour. Cut in desired shapes and bake at 375 F for 6-8 minutes.