Ingredients for - Cherry Icebox Cookies

1. 1 cup butter, softened
2. 1 cup sugar
3. 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4. 1 large egg, room temperature
5. 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
6. 4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
7. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8. 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
9. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11. 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
12. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
13. 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries

How to cook deliciously - Cherry Icebox Cookies

1 . Stage

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, cherry and lemon juices, and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts and cherries.

2 . Stage

Shape into four 12-in. rolls; securely wrap each in waxed paper. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.

3 . Stage

Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° until the edges begin to brown, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.