ORANGE JEWEL COOKIES 
1 1/2 c. orange sliced candy, cut into pieces
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2/3 c. sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 c. quick Quaker oats
1 c. coconut
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
1 tsp. vanilla

Cut orange slices into small pieces. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cream together shortening and sugar, beat in egg and vanilla. Stir in sifted ingredients; stir in oats, coconut and orange pieces and mix well.

Shape into balls using a round tablespoon of dough. Place on greased cookie sheet and flatten slightly with fork. Bake 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes; will harden when cooled. Preheat oven before baking. Makes 4 dozen.

 

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