Old-Time Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter, sugar, salt, vanilla extract and lemon extract in bowl until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Add flour alternately with mixture of buttermilk and soda; mix well.
4. 4
   Chill, covered, overnight.
5. 5
   Roll 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick on floured surface.
6. 6
   Cut with cookie cutter. Place 2 inches apart on cookie sheet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove to wire rack to cool completely.
9. 9
   Store in plastic bags in airtight containers.
10. 10
    Yield: 100 servings.