Orange Chip Cookies 
3 c. flour
1 egg
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. finely shredded orange peel
1/2 c. butter
2 tbsp. orange juice
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. sugar
1 square (1 oz.) semisweet chocolate coarsely shredded
1/2 c. brown sugar

Stir together flour, soda and 1/4 tsp. salt. Beat butter and shortening for 30 seconds; add sugars and beat till fluffy. Add egg, orange peel, orange juice and vanilla; beat well. Add dry ingredients to beaten mixture, beating till well combined. Stir in chocolate. Shape into two 8-inch rolls. Wrap in waxed paper or clear plastic wrap; chill thoroughly. Cut into 1/4 -inch slices. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake in 375°F oven 10-12 minutes or until done.

Makes about 60.

 

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