Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour, baking powder and salt together in a small bowl; set aside.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, beat sugar into softened butter until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time, and mix in thoroughly. Blend in vanilla and lemon extracts.
4. 4
   Slowly mix in dry ingredients until dough is well blended.
5. 5
   (If you find it difficult to mix the dough to a consistency that will be easy to roll, scrape the dough into a plastic bag and knead it until it is more pliable.)
6. 6
   Roll our dough about one-fourth of the dough at a time.
7. 7
   Roll the dough to the thickness you prefer, usually 1/4 inch or less.
8. 8
   Cut the dough with cookie cutter.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for about 10 minutes.