Lemon Meltaways

Refreshing, buttery, lemony… mmm.

Cookie Dough:
1 1/4 c flour
1/2 c cornstarch
1/3 c powdered sugar
3/4 c butter, softened
1 T lemon juice
1/2 t lemon peel

In large mixer bowl combine all ingredients. Beat 2-3 min. on low speed until well mixed. Shape dough into two 8 x 1 inch rolls. Wrap in saran wrap. Refrigerate 1-2 hours until firm. Heat oven to 350. Cut rolls into ¼-inch slices. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake 8-10 min or until set. Cookies will not brown. Remove immediately; cool completely.

Frosting:
3/4 c powdered sugar
1/4 c butter, softened
1 t lemon juice
1 t grated lemon peel
yellow food coloring (optional)

In small mixer bowl, combine all frosting ingredients. Beat at medium speed until light and fluffy. Spread on cooled cookies.