3 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg
3 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. soft butter

Combine all ingredients in large bowl. Mix at low speed of mixer until a dough forms, 1-2 minutes. Roll out on floured surface, 1/3 at a time, to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutter or pastry wheel. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 5-8 minutes until golden brown in 400 degree oven.