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.