Chocolate Cutouts 2/3 cup shortening 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 2 cups sifted enriched flour 3/4 cup cocoa 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup milk
Blend shortening, sugar and egg.
Combine dry ingredients with milk and mix well. Chill dough about 1 hour.
On a floured board, roll dough a small amount at a time to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut with holiday cookie cutters dipped in flour. Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for about 8 minutes.