2 sticks butter, softened
2 c. sugar
2 beaten eggs
5 tsp. each of lemon and vanilla extracts
5 c. sifted flour
5 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped walnuts, optional
Enough milk to make dough soft and pliable (approx. 1/2 cup)

Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and extracts. Then mix in the dry ingredients and walnuts. Knead the dough on a floured board until soft and pliable. Divide dough into 10 balls. Roll each ball like a sausage and place 5 inch sausages on a greased cookie sheet. Bake 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Cut diagonally and turn cookies to bake on sides for another 5 minutes. Let cool and store in tins. They keep well. You may also use anise or rum flavoring instead of lemon/vanilla. Great with coffee or tea or chocolate! Enjoy!