Mary's Sugar Cookies -- (see recipe)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375ºF.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add sugars and beat until well combined.

4. 4

   Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add dry ingredients to butter mixture, mixing just until combined.

6. 6

   Divide dough into 3 equal parts; tint each part with desired food colors.

7. 7

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out one-third of the dough at a time to 1/16-inch thickness.

8. 8

   Cut into 6- to 8-inch stockings and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Cut accent dough (toes, heels, cuffs) to place on stockings if desired.

9. 9

   Bake about 9 minutes or until light brown. Cool 1 to 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

10. 10

    Cool completely before glazing.