Ingredients

• 1/2  cup butter, softened
• 1/2  cup shortening
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4  teaspoon salt
• 1  egg
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 2-1/4  cups all-purpose flour

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl beat butter and shortening with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add sugar, baking powder, and salt. Beat until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally. Beat in egg and vanilla until combined. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Stir in any remaining flour with a wooden spoon.

2. Continue as directed in individual recipes.

To Store: Pack dough into an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.