Yummy Sugar Cookies

This recipe came from my grandma’s cookbook.We recently threw a birthday party for my sister-in-law, movie themed stylehence the purple and yellow frosting :)They are soft and delicious!  Here’s the recipe: SUGAR COOKIES1 cup shortening2 cups sugar1 cup milk2 eggs1 tsp. vanilla1 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. salt2 tsp. baking powder5 cups flourMix shortening and sugar together.  Add eggs.  Add milk and vanilla.  Add dry ingredients.  Mix well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.  Roll, and cut with cookie cutters.  Bake at 375 F for 8-10 minutes.FROSTING1 stick butter softened3 Tbsp. milk2 tsp. vanilla 1 box (16 oz.) powder sugarAdd food coloring to get the color frosting your would like.Enjoy!