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Lemon Meltaways
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3/4 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 to 3 drops yellow food coloring, optional
In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy;
beat in lemon juice. Combine the flour and cornstarch; gradually add to the
creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into two 8-in. rolls; wrap each roll in
plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Unwrap and cut into
1/4-inch slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350°
for 8-12 minutes or until the cookies are firm to the touch. Remove to wire racks
to cool. For frosting, in a small bowl, beat the butter and confectioners'
sugar until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon peel and food coloring. Frost
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