Banana Cookies

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   Preheat oven to 350F (180C); lightly coat cookie sheets with vegetable cooking spray.

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   In a large bowl, cream 3/4 cup margarine and sugar; add the egg whites, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mashed bananas.

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   In a small bowl, combine the flour and baking soda; add the the banana mixture, 1/2-cup at a time, mixing well.

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   Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the cookie sheets.

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   Bake for 8 minutes, or until just browned around the edges; remove to wire racks to cool.

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   For the frosting, in a small saucepan, combine 1 tablespoon margarine, milk and brown sugar.

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   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

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   Reduce heat to medium and continue to boil for 2 minutes.

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   Remove from the heat; add the powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until smooth.

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    It may be necessary to adjust the milk or sugar to get the desired spreading consistency.

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    Spread a thin layer of frosting on each cookie.

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    Let the icing harden before storing the cookies.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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