1 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. light corn syrup
1 egg
3 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
4 c. confectioners' sugar
3 egg whites
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
Food coloring

Combine butter and sugar in mixer bowl, beating at medium speed until creamy. Beat in syrup, egg and combined flour and spices, beating well after each addition. Chill covered, for 1 hour. Roll 1/8 inch thick on lightly floured surface. Cut as desired and place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire rack.

Combine remaining ingredients except food coloring in large mixer bowl, beating at low speed. Beat at high speed for 7-10 minutes or until stiff. Tint with food coloring. Spread over cooled cookies. Yield: 4 1/2 dozen.