Ingredients
Makes enough for our 4 varieties of cookies
- 2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
Directions
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In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, vanilla, and salt; mix on medium speed until combined. With mixer on low speed, add flour in 2 batches, mixing just until incorporated.
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Divide dough into 4 equal portions. Place each on a piece of plastic wrap; flatten into disks. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours or up to 1 week.
Helpful Hint
Use a kitchen scale to quarter the dough precisely, as called for in these recipes. Each piece should weigh just under 1 pound.
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