1/4 c. butter, softened
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. lemon extract
1 tsp. orange extract
4 c. all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. milk
Sugar or colored sugar crystals (optional)

Cream butter; gradually add 1 1/2 cups sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flavorings, and beat until blended.

Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Mix just until blended after each addition. Divide dough into 4 portions; wrap each portion in plastic wrap. Chill at least 2 hours.

Work with one portion of dough at a time, and store remainder in refrigerator. Roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness on a well floured surface. Cut with a 2 1/2 inch shaped cookie cutter, and place on greased cookie sheets. Decorate with sugar, if desired. Bake at 375 degrees for 6 minutes or until edges brown. Cool. Yield: 5 dozen.