Favorite Lemon Cutout Cookies

• 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 c. granulated sugar
• 1 c. softened butter
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 to 3 Tbsp. lemon extract
• 2 Tbsp. vanilla

1. In a large mixer bowl, combine all cookie ingredients.
2. Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed, 1 to 2 minutes. If desired, divide dough and color with food coloring (mix in well).
3. Wrap dough in waxed paper or plastic wrap.
4. Refrigerate until firm, 2 to 3 hours.
5. Preheat oven to 400u0b0.
6. Roll out dough, 1/3 at a time, on a well-floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out with cookie cutters (hearts for Valentine's Day, animal shapes for any day, Christmas shapes, etc.).
7. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
8. If desired, sprinkle colored sugars over tops or bake and decorate later with frosting.
9. Bake for 6 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned.
10. Remove immediately; cool completely.

flour, sugar, butter, egg, baking powder, lemon juice, lemon extract, vanilla

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=946656 (may not work)