Sugar Cookies - CITR

Cream butter and sugar.

Add eggs and vanilla; blend.

Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt.

Divide dough into three pieces on plastic wrap.

Store wrapped dough in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Take out chilled dough one section at a time. Roll each section to 1/4- to 1/2-inch thickness, dusting with flour.

Cut out in shapes. Place on a greased baking sheet and decorate as desired.

Bake for 6-8 minutes.

YIELD: 3-4 dozen A holliday classic, but delicious anytime.