Sugar cookies

Ingredients:

225 sugar
225 butter
330 flour
1 egg, separated
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

Method:

Mix together the flour, salt and baking powder and set aside.
Cream together the sugar and butter. Add in the egg yolk and beat well. Add the egg white and beat for about 30 seconds. Finally pour in the flour mixture and beat for a further 30 seconds.
Divide mixture in two, wrap in cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 180C.
Roll out dough to approx 1/8 inch and cut out desired shapes.
Place on a baking tray and bake for 6-8 mins or until golden brown.
Remove from tray immediately and cool on a wire rack.