Fresh Lemon-Basil Sugar Cookies

1. 1

   In a bowl sift together the flour and baking powder.

2. 2

   In a mix-master beat together the butter and the confectioner's sugar until creamy.

3. 3

   In a food processor add the basil and lemon juice and process until the basil is chopped fine.

4. 4

   Add the basil and lemon juice to the creamy butter and confectioner's sugar and beat just until incorporated.

5. 5

   Slowly, while the mixer is on low, add the sifted flour and baking soda to the butter, lemon juice and confection's sugar.

6. 6

   Beat the egg whites plus 1 tablespoon confectioner's sugar until fluffy. Fold the egg whites into the flour mixture.

7. 7

   Form into a ball and refrigerate at least one hour.

8. 8

   When ready form the dough into walnut size balls and roll in powdered sugar. Flatten with the bottom of a cup or your hands. Place on parchment lined baking sheets or buttered baking sheets.

9. 9

   Preheat Oven 325 degrees:

10. 10

    Bake 10-12 minutes. Place on a cooling rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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