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Holiday Sugar Cookies
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2 cups butter, softened
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
FROSTING:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup milk
Green food coloring
Red-hot candies
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a
time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon peel and vanilla. Combine
flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into
three 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until
firm. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking
sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
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