Ingredients

1 cup shortening2 cups sugar3 eggs1/2 teaspoon lemon extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons milk

Preparation

In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and extract; beat well. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Chill for 1-2 hours. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place 2-1/2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned (do not overbake). Cool 1 minute on pan before removing to a wire rack.