1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 c. softened butter
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda

Mix powdered sugar and butter in large bowl. Stir in egg and vanilla. Stir in flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or until firm. Heat oven to 375°F. Roll half of dough at a time, 1/8 in. thick on surface dusted with powdered sugar. Cut into desired shapes. Placed onto ungreased or parchment lined cookie sheet.

Bake 7-8 minutes or until light brown. Remove cookie sheet.

Makes about 5 doz. 2 in cookies.