Basic Sugar Cookies

1. 1

   In a bowl, with mixer on medium, beat butter and sugar until fluffy; beat in egg and vanilla extract.

2. 2

   On low, beat in flour and salt.

3. 3

   Divide dough in half; shape each half into a 1/2-inch-thick disk.

4. 4

   Wrap in plastic wrap; chill until firm.

5. 5

   Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

6. 6

   On floured surface, roll dough 1/8-inch thick; cut into shapes.

7. 7

   Transfer to ungreased baking sheet(s).

8. 8

   Bake until lightly golden around the edges, 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Let cool 5 minutes on sheets; transfer to racks to cool.

10. 10

    Decorate as desired; store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks, or freeze, undecorated, up to 3 months.

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