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Wishing Cookies
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons light or dark molasses
1 tablespoon water
1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Icing:
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add egg, molasses, water and orange peel; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into stars or desired shapes with a 2 1/2 inch cookie cutter dipped in flour. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. For Icing, combine powdered sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a drizzling consistency. Use ising to decorate cookies as desired.
Makes about 6 dozen.

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