Classic Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In a large bow, cream sugar, butter, and salt.
3. 3
   Beat in egg, lemon rind, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Sift together flour and baking powder. Gradually stir into creamed mixture.
5. 5
   On floured board, using floured rolling pin, roll dough until 1/8 in thick.
6. 6
   Cut into fancy shapes.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased baking sheets.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with additional sugar.
9. 9
   Bake 9 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned around the edge.
10. 10
    Cool on racks.
11. 11
    Store in airtight containers. Makes about 5 to 7 dozen cookies.