Delightful sugar cookies, especially for Christmas.

1 cup butter (softened)
1 ½ cup powered sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
½ tsp. almond extract

2 ½ cup flour
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. cream of tarter

Cover and chill for 2 hours
Roll out and cut into shapes. Bake at 375 degrees for about 7 minutes (or until golden brown).
Frost with your favorite frosting when cooled.