Orange Sugar Cookies

A nice twist to the standard sugar cookie!!

Cream shortening.

Gradually add sugar , beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer.

Add egg , and beat.

Add vanilla and orange rind.

Mix well.

Combine flour , baking powder , soda , and salt.

Add to creamed mixture alternately with milk , and mix well.

Roll dough to 1 / 8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.

Cut with a 3-inch cookie cutter , and place on lightly greased cookie sheets.

Sprinkle with sugar crystals.

Bake at 375 for 7 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned.

Cool on wire racks.

Yield: abut 5 dozen.

shortening, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, orange rind, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, milk, green sugar crystals