Plain Cookies

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cream together butter or shortening and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Beat in the egg until fully incorporated, then add vanilla extract and mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour, stirring gently until just combined after each addition.

Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.

Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.