1/2 c. soft butter
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 egg
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour

Cream butter with sugar and add vanilla and egg beating until fluffy. Stir in baking soda and salt. Blend in flour. Mix until a stiff dough forms. Shape into walnut sized balls. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Press with fork to flatten and make design.

Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.