2 cups of butter, softened 1 cup packed brown sugar 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Directions
!. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add 3-3/4 cups of flour and mix well. Turn onto a floured surface. Knead for 5 minutes, adding enough flour to form a soft dough.
2. Roll to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut into 3" x 11" strips. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Prick with a fork. Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned.
Yield: about 4 dozen
I baked these last night to take to the Volcano Christmas Walk tonight.