Annette's Basic Sugar Cookies

1
In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
2
Beat in the egg and vanilla.
3
In a small bowl, sift together the flour, salt and baking powder.
4
Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture; mix well.
5
Divide dough in half.
6
Flatten halves into discs.
7
Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze 20 minutes or longer.
8
Remove from freezer and let stand 5 - 10 minutes.
9
Place one disk on a lightly floured surface, roll 1/8 inch thick.
10
Cut with your favorite cookie cutter shapes.
11
Place on a greased or parchment lined baking sheet.
12
Bake at 325F for 12-14 minutes.
13
Allow to cool for a few minutes on the cookie sheet and then remove to cookie racks.
14
In a small bowl, stir together the powdered sugar and lemon juice, adding only enough glaze to form a slow sticky stream when you dip into the glaze and let it flow back into the bowl.
15
Spread glaze over top of each cookie. Enjoy!