Ingredients

1-1/2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well.

Shape into two 8-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.

Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until set (do not brown). Remove to wire racks to cool.