Preheat oven to 375°.
Place butter and shortening in a large mixing bowl. Cream together on
medium speed.
Add sugar gradually. Beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
Add egg and vanilla; mix well using medium speed.
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in separate bowl. Add to
butter/sugar mixture in three additions, mixing well between each
addition. Dough will be stiff.
Assemble and fill cookie press.
Press cookies on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake for 10 - 12 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.
Do not overbake. |