My mom and grandmother used to make Icebox Cookies all the time.
3-1/2 c. unbleached all-purpose white flour
3 t. baking powder
dash of salt
1 c. butter, softened
2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 t. vanilla extract
1 c. chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
In a bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add eggs, and vanilla; beat well. Add dry ingredients and mix well by hand with a wooden spoon. Stir in nuts.
Divide dough into two parts and shape into log rolls. Wrap in foil and chill overnight.
When ready to bake, slice cookies 3/8- inch thick. Bake on greased baking sheets at 350° for about 10 minutes (edges will start to get brown).
Remove from oven and cool completely on wire racks lined with paper towel to absorb grease.