1 c. soft butter
1 1/2 c. confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cream of tartar

ICING:

1 stick butter
1 box confectioners' sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
Pinch of salt
Milk

Blend together butter, sugar, egg, vanilla and almond extract. Set aside. Blend flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Mix these ingredients with sugar mixture. Beat until smooth. Chill dough 2 to 3 hours. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roll out dough thinly. Cut cookies. Bake 7 to 8 minutes.

ICING: Combine butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla and salt. Add milk until smooth. Use food coloring for color.