Pattern Cookies Recipe

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.

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.

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.