Calling Bird Cookies -

1 c Sugar

1 Egg

2 ts Almond extract

2 1/2 c Flour

1 ts Baking powder

2 tb Orange juice

Glaze and decorations: 1/4 c Light corn syrup

2 ts Water

2 hours. Preheat oven to

400 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough,

1/3 at a time, to

1/8 to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with

3 to 4-inch bird-shaped cookie cutters. Place

1" apart on lightly greased baking sheet. In a small bowl, stir together corn syrup and water; lightly brush mixture over cookies. Arrange sliced almonds to resemble wing and tail feathers. Bake for 6-9 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Cool

1 minute; transfer to cooling rack. While still warm, brush with corn syrup mixture. Sprinkle with sugar. Makes

4 dozen cookies. --