1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
2/3 c. sugar
3/4 tsp. baking powder
6 tbsp. butter, melted (3/4 stick)
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. sesame seeds

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine flour, sugar, and baking powder in medium bowl. Blend in butter, egg and vanilla with wooden spoon. Press dough together with hands. Roll about 1/2 cup dough into 3/4 inch thick rope. Cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths. Roll in sesame seeds to coat completely. Arrange cookies on ungreased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough. Bake 18-20 minutes. Makes about 4 1/2 dozen.