Hazelnut Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, baking powder and dash of salt; set aside.
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl, beat margarine with electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds.
3. 3
   Add sugar; beat until fluffy.
4. 4
   Add egg, orange or lemon peel and vanilla; beat well.
5. 5
   Stir in juice, then flour mixture and ground nuts and dates.
6. 6
   Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.
7. 7
   If desired, to each add a whole nut on top.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges begin to brown.
9. 9
   Transfer to a wire rack.
10. 10
    Cool.
11. 11
    Makes 48 cookies.