Citrus Slices

Directions

1. 1
   Beat shortening and butter in large bowl until softened, about 30 seconds.
2. 2
   Add about 1/2 of the flour.
3. 3
   Add sugar, lemon or orange juice, vanilla, baking soda and salt.
4. 4
   Beat until thoroughly mixed, scraping sides of bowl.
5. 5
   Beat in lemon or orange peel and remaining flour.
6. 6
   Shape dough into two logs and wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper.
7. 7
   Chill 4 to 24 hours.
8. 8
   Roll logs in colored sugar.
9. 9
   Cut dough into 1/4-inch slices; cut each slice in half.
10. 10
    Bake at 375° for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are firm. Transfer to racks and cool.
11. 11
    Makes about 60 cookies.
12. 12
    Glaze with Citrus Glaze.