1 cup sifted powdered sugar 1 tablespoon milk ¼ teaspoon vanilla

Royal Icing

3 tablespoon meringue powder or powdered egg whites 4 cup (1-pound box) confectioners sugar, 6 tablespoon water

To Store:

Place in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze undecorated cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw cookies; if desired, decorate.