Tea Time Shortbreads 1965 Canadian

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These are dainty melt in your mouth cookies that i have been making for 30 years. Please give it a try for your cookie tray or for the older folks with a nice cup of tea.

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Steps

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Cream the margarine , cream cheese and sugar until fluffy.

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Add beaten eggs , vanilla , and zest.

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Beat in well.

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Combine in the flour and the salt.

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Stir in the mini chocolate chips.

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Drop onto parchment lined or greased baking sheet.

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Bake 350 degrees for 11 to 12 minutes.

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Bottom should be browned only.

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Store after completely cooled in an airtight container.

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May also dredge into icing powder and then store if desired.

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Ingredients

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margarine, cream cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, orange rind, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, salt, mini chocolate chip