Basic Holiday Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter; gradually add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Beat in eggs.
3. 3
   Sift together dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Stir into creamed mixture (dough should be stiff).
5. 5
   Refrigerate overnight in covered bowl.
6. 6
   Roll dough very thin, using flour on board and rolling pan.
7. 7
   Cut out in shapes.
8. 8
   Place 1 to 1 1/2-inches apart on greased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp and straw colored.
10. 10
    Remove cookies and cool on racks. Yields 16 dozen.