Cracked Sugar Cookies (Betty June Koricanek)

Betty June Koricanek

2 ½ c. flour, sifted 1 ¼ c. sugar

1 t. baking soda 3 egg yolks

½ t. cream of tartar 1 t. vanilla

1 c. unsalted butter (no substitutes)

Preheat oven to 350°. Sift together dry ingredients. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture in 4 equal parts, beating well after each addition. Shape dough into balls using 1 level tablespoon for each ball. Place balls 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Do not flatten. Bake for 12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.