INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups sugar (can use 1-1/4 cup for a less sweeter taste ,or can use 3/4 cup Splenda)
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2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup shortening (very soft but not melted, Crisco is best)
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3/4 cup milk (or half and half cream)
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1 tablespoon vanilla (or use 1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract)
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2 large eggs