ULTIMATE BUTTER COOKIES 
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter (at room temp.)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 large egg yolk
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
red and green decorating sugars (sprinkles)

Combine first four ingredients with electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually beat in flour. Wrap dough in Saran or plastic wrap. Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.

Note: During this time the flavor blends and develops a buttery flavor.

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Roll our dough on lightly floured surface to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using your favorite holiday cookie cutters. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Sprinkle with decorating sugar.

Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until light brown.

Makes 3 1/2 dozen.

Submitted by: Ruth Burks

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Ultimate Butter Cookies
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 Emily (South Dakota) says:
This recipe is so simple and delicious! The cookies are soft and chewy on the inside with a nice buttery flavor. I would recommend adding some cinnamon to the dough for a little extra holiday flair, but otherwise it's perfect as is.

 

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