Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Beat softened butter, sugar and egg in a large bowl at high speed for 3 minutes.
2. 2
   Blend in vanilla.
3. 3
   Stir in flour to make a stiff dough.
4. 4
   Wrap in wax paper and chill 3 hours or until firm. Roll dough one quarter at a time to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
5. 5
   Cut cookies out with desired shapes and place 1-inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Decorate as you wish.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 8 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove to wire rack to cool.