Sift together in a bowl:

2-3/4 all purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

• Set aside.

3/4 cup soft butter in mixer

1 cup sugar

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract, or 1/2 vanilla and 1/2 almond extract

• Beat with a wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
• Beat in flour mixture with mixer until smooth.
• Chill one hour or until firm.
• Roll small amount onto a floured board until 1/2 inch thick.
• Cut in a desired shape with floured cookie cutters.
• Place on a greased cookie sheet.
• Bake in a preheated 375F oven for 8-10 minutes or until pale brown.
• Move to a wire rack.