Cut-Out Cookies

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Mix together flour, shortening, white sugar, baking powder and eggs. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla and salt.

Refrigerate dough for easier roll-out. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8-10 minutes (watch carefully). Add glaze to cooled cookies.

To Make Glaze: Mix 1 cup confectioners' sugar, water (to desired consistency), 1/2 tsp. vanilla and preferred food color for cookie icing. Decorate with favorite sprinkles.