1 c. butter (Can't Believe It's Not Butter is best)
1 c. sugar
1 egg
3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla or almond flavoring

Cream butter, gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg, beat well. Combine flour, baking powder, soda, flavorings; add to creamed mixture. Mix well. Cover and chill. You can also tint this dough for colors or add sprinkles.

Roll out dough on floured surface, 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with cutters or shape. Place on cookie pan lined with foil. Bake 350 degrees 10-12 minutes. Cool before removing. 6 1/2 dozen cookies.

Decorate cookies with sprinkles before baking.