Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cream butter until soft.
3. 3
   Beat in sugar, egg, vanilla and cream.
4. 4
   Stir in flour mixture.
5. 5
   Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough is just stiff enough to roll.
6. 6
   Chill thoroughly.
7. 7
   Place on lightly floured board and roll 1/8-inch thick.
8. 8
   Cut with a floured cutter as desired.
9. 9
   Place on a greased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Put in moderate oven (375° to 400°) for 8 to 10 minutes.
11. 11
    I put a cup of walnuts or pecans in my dough.