Classic Butter Cookies

By Nalli

These are very buttery and perfect for decorating for Christmas or any special occasion. Dorothy Gross used to make them for us and gave me the recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 c. (2 sticks) butter
• 1/2 c. Sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp. Almond, vanilla, or anise extract
• 2 1/2 c. Flour

Preparation

Step 1

Cream butler, add sugar & beat until light & fluffy. Beat in egg & extract. Gradually blend in flour, chill dough. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll & cut out cookies. Bake 8-10 minutes.