Sugar Cookie Cutouts

Directions

1. 1
   Beat first 4 ingredients in a large bowl with electric mixer until blended.
2. 2
   Beat in egg and 1 tsp.
3. 3
   vanilla until fluffy.
4. 4
   Stir in flour just until blended.
5. 5
   Divide dough in half.
6. 6
   Wrap separately; chill 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Roll out 1/2 at a time on floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
8. 8
   Cut cookie with cutter.
9. 9
   Place 1/2 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
10. 10
    Bake in a 350 oven 10 minutes or until bottoms are golden.
11. 11
    Remove to rack to cool.
12. 12
    Decorate as desired.