roll out sugar cookies

we're getting all ready for miss ivy's first birthday party this week! the house is getting in order (kinda), flowers are being arranged, napkins are being rolled, treat bags are getting stuffed, party hats are drying and cookies are being baked. these are most special to me because they have become mom's trademark for holidays and parties, and the smell of almond extract always reminds me of her. i love that ivy is watching and helping in this sweet recipe that i will surely make a tradition in my house!

grandma's roll out cookies
Ingredients:
for the cookies:
1 cup butter, soft
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
3 tsp almond extract
3 cups flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
for the glaze:
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 tsp almond extract
milk
Directions:
Preheat to 425.
For the cake:
1. Cream butter and sugar.
2. Add egg and almond; beat until fluffy.
3. Mix together dry ingredients and combine with the wet. Mix well.
4. Roll thin on floured counter top or cutting board.
5. Cut into desired shape. Mom usually makes hearts.
Bake for 5-7 minutes.
For the glaze:
Combine all ingredients in bowl, adding enough milk until desired consistency. Color with food coloring or leave white. Thinly spread over cooled cookies. Makes about 3 dozen small cookies. And they freeze really well (which comes in handy when you need to prepare in advance!)

enjoy!