1 c. soft butter
5/8 c. sugar
2 1/2 c. flour

Mix butter and sugar. Stir in flour. Mix thoroughly with hands. Chill dough. Roll out 1/3 - 1/2 inch thick. Cut into fancy shapes; flute edges if desired. Place on ungreased baking sheet. (Shape and color does not change with baking.) Bake at 300 degrees 20 to 25 minutes.

Makes about 2 dozen.