2 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 c. butter
2 eggs, well beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. sugar

Sift flour, baking powder and salt. Cream butter and sugar together. Add eggs and vanilla, then add dry ingredients. Roll out on a slightly floured board. Cut with medium cookie cutter. Bake in a moderate oven at 375 degrees until browned. Makes about 2 dozen tea cakes.