Lemon Meltaways Recipe

In a medium bowl cream together 3/4 cup butter and 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Combine the flour and corn starch and blend into the lemon mixture to form a soft dough. Divide dough in half roll each half into a log about 8 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cut each roll into 1/4 inch slices and place onto the cookie sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes or until set. Cool completely before frosting.

In a small bowl blend together 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest with an electric mixer until smooth. Frost cookies and allow to dry before serving or storing.