Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Cream the butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla.
3. 3
   Sift the flour, baking powder and soda together.
4. 4
   Work the wet and dry mixtures together thoroughly with your hands. If the dough is not stiff enough, add a little more flour.
5. 5
   Form the dough into two rolls.
6. 6
   Chill them one hour, then slice into 1/2-inch slices and place on ungreased baking sheet or take the dough by spoonful and roll into balls and place on baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake in 350° oven for 10 to 12 minutes.