Butter Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. cake flour
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. butter
2 eggs (yolks)

Preparation

Measure ingredients after they have been sifted.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add egg yolks and beat well. Add flour gradually and mix after each addition.
Add vanilla and blend.
Divide dough in half.
Shape into rolls approximately 1 3/4-inches in diameter.
Roll in waxed paper and chill overnight. Cut into thin slices.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 5 to 6 minutes or until well done.
Makes 5 dozen.