Orange Basil Cookies

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   Mix together the butter, cream cheese, egg yolk and orange juice.

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   Add dry cake mix; stir in orange zest, raisins, walnuts and basil.

3. 3

   Chill dough.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 350F (180C); butter cookie sheets.

5. 5

   Roll chilled dough into 1/2-inch balls and place on cookie sheets.

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   Flatten each ball with a fork.

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   Bake for 10 to 15 minutes.

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   For a bit of artistry, attach a small paper or silk leaf using a dab of confectioner's sugar icing.

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   Variation: Lemon cake mix and 1 tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate can be substituted for the orange cake mix and orange juice.

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