Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Mix flour, crisco, sugar, baking powder and vanilla together in mixer. Gradually add milk while machine is running until dough is mistened.
Let rest for 10 minutes uncovered.
Roll dough into size of broomstick and place sesame seeds on top. Pat top of cookie to make flat on top and cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths on diagonal.
Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until brown.