Lemon Crinkles

Stores well in the freezer.

3/4 cup shortening
1 1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
2 tsp. lemon extract
1/4 teaspoon yellow food coloring (adjust to taste. Can be optional)
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 cups sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt

Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside. Cream together shortening and sugar; mix in egg along with lemon extract and food coloring.  Chill dough for 30-60 minutes. Roll chilled dough into 1 inch balls with wet hands. Roll in granulated sugar and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Press with bottom of a glass to flatten slightly. Bake at 350°F for 12-13 minutes.