Linzer Tarts

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Blend eggs, extract, flour, salt and baking powder.
3. 3
   Mix well.
4. 4
   Chill at least 1 hour before rolling. Roll 1/4-inch and cut with round cutter.
5. 5
   Cut half again without centers.
6. 6
   Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 350° for 8 minutes. Will look white (do not overbake).
7. 7
   Cool on wire rack.
8. 8
   Spread preserves on bottom.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with confectioners sugar and then put them together.