1 c. butter, softened
2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. buttermilk
3 eggs
5 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream butter; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well. Add buttermilk and beat well. Combine flour and soda; gradually stir into creamed mixture. Stir in vanilla. Chill dough several hours or overnight.

Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Cut into rounds with 3 1/2 inch cookie cutter. Place on greased cookie sheets; sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 400 degrees for 7-8 minutes until edges are lightly brown. Remove cookies to wire racks and let cool completely.