Butter Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar together in mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add egg and vanilla; beat well.
3. 3
   Sift flour and baking powder together; blend into creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 425F (220C).
6. 6
   Roll out a small amount of dough to 18 inch thickness on lightly floured board or pastry cloth.
7. 7
   Keep remaining dough refrigerated until ready to use.
8. 8
   Cut into rounds with a 2 1/2-inch cutter; arrange one inch apart on ungreased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until light golden brown.
10. 10
    Cool on wire racks.