Ingredients
2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature5 tablespoons whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon saltAdditional sugarWalnut halves or raisins, optional
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with floured 2-1/2-in. cookie cutters. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with sugar; place a walnut or raisin in the center of each if desired.
Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
