1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. almond extract
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
White or colored sugar (opt.)

Cream butter, sugar, egg and extracts. Add dry ingredients. Mix well. Chill. Roll 1/16" thick. Cut with cookie cutters. Sprinkle with sugar (optional). Bake at 375 degrees for 7 to 8 minutes. Very good plain although may be frosted.