Carrot Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cook carrots in saucepan with water until tender; drain and mash.
2. 2
   (Should measure about 1 cup when you are done).
3. 3
   Cool.
4. 4
   Cream butter and sugar.
5. 5
   Add egg and vanilla, beat together until fluffy.
6. 6
   Stir in cooled mashed carrots.
7. 7
   Stir together flour, baking powder and salt; blend into butter.
8. 8
   Drop by spoonful on ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Bake at 375° for about 8-12 minutes (doesn't need to cook until browned--just until firm).
10. 10
    Cool.
11. 11
    Good plain or top with butter cream frosting with a little lemon zest and lemon juice added.