2 1/2 c. plain flour, sifted
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. milk

Sift flour, salt and baking powder together. Cream butter, sugar, and eggs. Add vanilla, milk, and dry ingredients. Blend well. Place dough on a lightly floured board, sprinkle a little flour over dough and roll 1/2 inch thick. Cut with cookie cutter. Place on cookie sheet and bake at 350 to 375 degrees about 12 to 15 minutes.