3 oz. softened cream cheese
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 2/3 c. flour

Combine all ingredients except flour and mix until blended. Then add flour and stir until dough forms a ball. Knead 1-2 minutes adding more flour until smooth and pliable, not sticky. Chill.

Then roll out on floured surface and cut into desired shapes. Place on cookie sheet and bake in a 350 degree oven until edges are lightly browned, 5-15 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies. When cooled, frost with colored frostings. Makes 2-3 dozen.