1 1/2 sticks butter
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. almond flavoring
1/2 c. chopped pecans (if desired)

Cream butter and sugar together until fluffy. Add 1 egg; beat thoroughly. Add flour, level with baking soda and cream of tartar, mix well. Add almond flavoring and chopped nuts. Put in a roll wrapped in wax paper. Let stand in ice box overnight. Cut thin and bake at 350 degrees.