Holiday Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour; mix until dough forms a ball.
2. 2
   On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut into 1-1/2-in. squares, diamonds and/or triangles. Place on ungreased
3. 3
   ; sprinkle with colored sugar if desired.
4. 4
   Bake at 325° for 14-18 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.