1/2 lb. butter (soften)
2 c. sugar
1 lb. Ricotta cheese
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt

Using an electric mixer. Mix butter, sugar, cheese, eggs, and vanilla. Then add in flour, baking soda and salt using your hands. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.

ICING:

1 1/4 c. confectioners' sugar
2 tbsp. orange flavoring
1 1/2 tbsp. butter
Milk as needed

Mix all ingredients with electric mixer. Spread over cooled cookie.