1 c. sugar
2 c. butter
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. grated lemon rind OR
1/4 tsp. lemon extract
2 eggs

Cream sugar and butter together. Add vanilla extract, grated lemon rind OR lemon extract. Add 2 eggs, one at a time, beating well. Mix in, by hand, 6 to 7 cups of cake flour. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Roll out 1/8 inch thick and cut out with cookie cutters. Bake at 375 degrees 7 to 8 minutes until lightly browned. Frost with your favorite icing.