Shaped 
Christmas Cookies

• 2 cups Basic Cookie Mix
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 to 3 teaspoons grated orange rind
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon orange juice
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Combine all ingredients, mixing well. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Yield: about 2 1/2 dozen.

Note: Lemon rind and juice or spices may be substituted for orange rind and juice.

Basic Cookie Mix:

• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups quick-cooking oats, uncooked
• 2 cups corn flakes

Combine shortening and sugar in a large bowl, blending well.

Combine remaining ingredients; mix well. Add to sugar mixture, blending well. Cover and store in refrigerator until ready to use.

Yield: cookie mix for about 10 dozen cookies.

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