Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 teaspoons maple syrup2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking sodaConfectioners’ sugar

Preparation

Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add syrup. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.

Divide dough into eight portions. Roll each portion into a 9-in. log. Place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut into 1-in. slices. Remove to wire racks. Dust with confectioners’ sugar.