Ingredients
1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 cup sour cream1/2 cup orange marmalade4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup orange marmalade3 cups confectioners’ sugar
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine sour cream and orange marmalade; set aside. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream mixture and mix well.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
For frosting, in a small bowl, combine butter and marmalade. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar until blended. Frost cookies.
