Orange Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the flour, almonds, and cornstarch. In a separate bowl, beat the butter, 2/3 cup sugar and 1/2 tsp salt until creamy, then stir in 1 tbsp of orange juice. Mix into the flour mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms. Cut the dough in half and shape each half into a cylinder about 16 inches long and 2 inches in diameter.
2. 2
   Mix 4 tbsp of sugar with 1 tsp of cinnamon. Roll the dough cylinders in the cinnamon sugar. Wrap the rolls in plastic wrap place in refrigerator for 1 hour.
3. 3
   Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Cut the dough rolls into 1/4 inch slices and arrange them on the baking sheets. Bake on the center rack for 10-12 mins.
4. 4
   While the cookies are still hot, make a small hole in the center of each one with a large skewer or straw. Allow to cool on baking sheets. Cookies will keep for 3-4 weeks stored between layers of parchment paper.