Carrot Cookies

These is a HUGE family favorite! I got this recipe from my Grandma Ouzts when I was in college. I love to make these cookies at Easter time because they are so light and cake like. They are even great without the icing.



Carrot Cookies

Cream together:

1 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar

Add and beat well:
1 egg
1 cup carrots(cooked & mashed)

Add:
2 ½ cups sifted flour
2 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp orange juice
2 tsp orange rind
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Drop by teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 - 12 minutes. Spread with the following icing.

Icing:
Grated rind from one orange
Juice of ½ orange
Powered sugar to spreading consistency