Cooky-Jar Sugar Cookies

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   Thoroughly cream the SOFTENED butter and the sugar, orange extract, and vanilla.

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   NOTE: I prefer orange extract over the zest because I think it has a stronger flavor. Although zesting an orange is probably cheaper.

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   Add egg; beat until fluffy, stir in the milk.

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   sift the dry ingredients. (The flour, baking powder and salt.).

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   Stir the dry ingredients into the wet and blend well.

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   Divide the dough in half.

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   Chill for 1 hour or overnight.

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   After an hour or the next day, on a floured surface, roll half of the dough to 1/8 inch thick. (keep the remaining dough chilled until you are ready to roll it.).

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   Cut into shapes and place them on a greased baking sheet.

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    at this point you can decorate them with candy, raisins, nuts and colored sugars if you want.

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    Bake at 375 degrees F for 6 to 8 minutes.

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    Cool slightly and remove them from the pan.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.