PERFECT SUGAR COOKIE

Makes: 3 dozen

1 cup (250 ml) butter

1 1/2 cups (375 ml) sugar 3 eggs

1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla

3 1/2 cups (875 ml) flour 2 tsp (10 ml) cream of tartar 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) salt

1. Cream butter. Add sugar gradually, creaming until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in vanilla.

2. Combine dry ingredients. Add gradually to creamed mixture. Chill dough 3-4 hours.

3. Roll on well-floured surface to 1/8-1/4-inch (3-6-mm) thickness. Cut into desired shapes.

4. Bake on ungreased cookie sheets at 375 F (190 C) for 8 minutes or until light golden. Cool slightly; remove to racks.