2012 Cookie Exchange

 Marilynn did it again! She hosted another fabulous cookie exchange. We had delicious appetizers, yummy cookies, and great conversations. We love this tradition! From left to right: Amy J, Lynne B, Sara W, Marilynn K, Lisa H, Jessica L, Leanne C, DeAnn S, Michele N, and Camie C.

Don't these looke mouth watering?

Lemon Bars by Amy J.

Crust:

1 C soft butter                                                        

1/2 C powdered sugar 

2 C flour

dash salt                              

Combine and press mix in a 9 x 13 pan.  Bake at 350 for 15 minutes or until

edges have just started to brown.

Filling:

4 eggs, beaten                                                      

2 C sugar 

1/4 C flour

6 Tbsp lemon juice                                                     

Combine flour and sugar.  Mix in beaten eggs and lemon juice.  Pour into

slightly cooled crust.  Bake at 350 for 25 minutes.  Cool.  Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Mexican Wedding Cookies by Amy J.

1 Cup butter, softened

1/2 Cup powdered sugar

Blend together well

1/2 tsp vanilla

2 Cups flour

Blend together well. Add:

1/8 tsp salt

1 or 2 cups chopped nuts (I prefer pecans)

Blend.  Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees.  Roll in powdered sugar and serve.