2 sticks butter (1 c.)
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 tsp. salt

Cream butter. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla. Mix until light and creamy. Sift flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar together. Gradually blend into butter mixture. Chill dough.

Roll into small balls and press balls down with your fingers (dip your finger in flour). Put on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until brown around the edges. Makes 4-5 dozen.