"This recipe contains the grated rind of one orange. Almost 6 dozen cookies. The frosting has orange juice instead of milk. Place cooled cookies in glass jars with lids and freeze. Perfect for gift giving. I save pickle jars for filling...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 lb butter
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2 cups sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 lb ricotta cheese
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 orange, zest of
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4 1/2 cups flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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2 cups confectioners' sugar
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1/4 cup butter
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3 tablespoons orange juice
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract