Butterscotch Slices

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, measure and sift again with baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cream butter.
3. 3
   Gradually beat in sugar.
4. 4
   Beat until fluffy. Add the vanilla and the egg.
5. 5
   Beat well.
6. 6
   Sift in flour mixture. Shape into rolls (1 1/2 inch).
7. 7
   Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate for 2 hours.
8. 8
   With sharp knife, cut into 1/8-inch slices; place on cookie sheet a ways apart.
9. 9
   Bake at 375° for 7 minutes.
10. 10
    Yields 54 cookies.