1. Sift or mix the flour and green tea powder together until well blended.

2. In a large bowl, blend the butter until smooth.*

3. Add the sugar and blend until pale and fluffy.*

4. Gradually add egg and mix well (an electric blender works best)

5. Add the green tea-flour mixture. Stir lightly with a rubber spatula, just long enough
to make the dough smooth.

6. Form dough into two rolls on waxed paper and chill overnight.

7. Slice rolls thinly into 5 mm (¼-inch) strips and bake on a cookie sheet at
180° C (350° F) for 12 to 15 minutes.

8. Remove cookies from cookie sheet and let cool.