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Lemon-Poppy Seed Shortbread3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (yellow portion of peel)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt Sift sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar on low speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes. Add lemon juice, zest and vanilla extract; beat well. Sift flour into a bowl. Add poppy seeds and salt; stir to combine Add dry ingredients to butter mixture; with hands, knead until well combined. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill at least 3 hours and up to 3 days. (Or freeze up to 2 months; thaw in refrigerator before proceeding.) Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.Meanwhile, remove dough from refrigerator; let sit at room temperature 15 minutes. Roll dough between 2 sheets of wax paper to a 1/4-inch-thick rectangle (about 10 by 12 inches). If dough seems soft, return it to refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes. Cut shortbread into 3 x 2-inch bars using a knife. If desired, cut bars diagonally, forming triangles. Place cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Prick shortbread with a fork; bake until pale golden all over, 23 to 25 minutes. Let cool on wire rack. Yield: 20 cookies.

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Mexican orange thins
Mexican Orange Thins1 cup soft butter or margarine1 1/2 cups granulated sugarGrated rind of 1 orange1 egg4 cups sifted flour3/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon crushed cardamom seeds1/2 cup nuts, ground fine1/4 cup orange juice Cream butter; add (Upload by user)

Gelatin cookies
Gelatin Cookies3/4 cup shortening1/2 cup granulated sugar2 eggs, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups self rising flour1 package flavored gelatin powder (Jell O�)Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Combine shortening, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and gelatin. Sti (Upload by user)

White Chocolate Birds Nest Cookies
White Chocolate Birds Nest Cookies2 cups chow mein noodles 2 cups corn flakes, crushedWhite chocolateSmall gourmet jelly beansIn a large bowl, mix the chow mein noodles and the cereal Melt white chocolate in a microwave, pour over cereal and chow mein noodles; mix and coat well (Upload by user)

Brigadier`s shortbread
Brigadier`s ShortbreaduBottom layer/u 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces 3 tablespoons soft brown sugaruMiddle layer/u 10 teaspoons butter 3 tablespoons brown sugar 4 ounces marzipan (almond paste) 1 (14 ounce) can (Upload by user)

Cocoa shortbread
Cocoa Shortbread2 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup cocoa1 cup butter, softened1 cup sifted confectioners� sugar1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractPreheat oven to 300 degrees F.In small bowl, combine flour and cocoa; set aside.In large mixer bowl, beat butter (Upload by user)

English toffee shortbread
English Toffee Shortbread1 cup all purpose flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter 2 ounces (1/2 cup) almonds 2 ounces (1/2 cup) English toffeeSugar for cookie topsMix the flour, cornstarch, salt, and (Upload by user)

Raspberry shortbread
Raspberry Shortbread1 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 (10 ounce) jar seedless raspberry jam 1 1/2 cups confectioners` sugar 3 1/2 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon almond extractPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightl (Upload by user)

Scottish shortbread
Scottish Shortbread1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 generous cup sugar1 scant cup cornstarc/2 cup margarine, softened1 2/3 cups all purpose flourBlend well with hands. Press into a 13 x 9 inch glass baking dish. With fork, poke holes everywhere. Every inch must be per (Upload by user)

Shortbread
Shortbread1 cup butter1/2 cup confectioners` sugar2 cups all purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powderMix and pat into a 9 inch pie pan. Prick all over with a fork. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes. Cut in wedges while warm. (Upload by user)

Christmas almond shortbread
Christmas Almond Shortbread1 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons almond extract1/2 cup granulated sugar6 drops green food color2 1/2 cups sifted flourIn large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter, sugar, almond extract and food color until light and fl (Upload by user)
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Brown sugar shortbread
Brown Sugar Shortbread1 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/4 cups sifted all purpose flourPreheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 9 inch cake pan and set aside.Beat butter, brown sugar and vanilla (Upload by user)
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Date shortbread
Date Shortbread1 1/2 cups all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 box dates, cut into small pieces1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup butter1 cup brown sugar1 1/2 cups oatmealPreheat oven to 300 degrees F.Mix all ingredients except (Upload by user)
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Almond pretzels (mandelplaettchen)
Almond Pretzels (Mandelplaettchen)Source: St. Francis Xavier Church, 4715 N. Central, Phoenix, Arizona 85012Using the symbolism of the pretzels as a reminder to pray, this food can be integral part of our Lenten diet and program. These pretzels are a sweet cookie dough. Surprise t (Upload by user)
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Oreo bunny
Oreo� BunnyMakes 14 OREO Chocolate Sandwich Cookies 2 tablespoons ready to spread vanilla frosting 2 jelly beansBAKER`S ANGEL FLAKE CoconutDecorator gelPlace 1 cookie on flat surface to form base; make a slight indentation in center of base. Make a semicircl (Upload by user)
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Jell-o jewel swirl cookies
Jell O Jewel Swirl Cookies2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup sour cream 1 small box Jell o (any flavor)Cream butter and sugar together, then add sour cream. Add the dry (Upload by user)
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