Thyme Cookies

Directions

Preheat oven to 375℉ (190℃).

Combine butter and 1½ cups sugar. Beat with mixer until well blended. Beat in eggs and mix until smooth. Add thyme, orange peel, flour and baking powder; mix well.

Put remaining ¼ cup sugar into a shallow bowl.

Shape dough into ¾ inch balls (chill dough to make this step easier).

Roll balls in sugar to coat, and place on ungreased baking sheet.

Bake at 375℉ (190℃). until edges are brown, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Remove from baking sheet and cool on racks.

Makes about 5 dozen.