Italian Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, butter, eggs and vanilla.
2. 2
   Mix until creamy. Gradually add baking powder and flour, mixing with your hands as you would bread.
3. 3
   All flour may not be required.
4. 4
   Consistency should not be sticky but easy to work.
5. 5
   Roll dough to form ropes and twist to make desired shapes.
6. 6
   Decorate with candy or icing. Bake at 350° until golden brown.