• 1 pound butter

• 1 cup sugar

• 4 cups flour

• dash of salt

 
Directions
1 Beat sugar and butter on high until very fluffy. Add flour and salt, a small amount at a time; blend until very smooth.

2 Divide into thirds and wrap in waxed paper to form a roll about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Refrigerate until firm.

3 Cut cookies 1/4 inch thick, place on ungreased cookie sheets and bake in 325 degree oven until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.