Orange-Glazed Cranberry Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F.
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   Beat 1 cup butter and granulated sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended.
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   Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each.
4. 4
   Combine flour, dry pudding mix and baking soda.
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   Gradually add to butter mixture, beating well after each addition.
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   Stir in cranberries and nuts.
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   Shape dough into 48 balls, using 1 Tbsp.
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   of the dough for each.
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   Place, 3 inches apart, on baking sheets.
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    Bake 11 to 12 min.
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    or until lightly browned.
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    Cool on baking sheets 5 min.
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    Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
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    Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and remaining butter in large bowl with mixer until blended.
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    Add milk, orange zest and vanilla; mix well.
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    Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
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    Drizzle over cookies.
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    Let stand until glaze is firm.