Joan's Kourambiedes

INGREDIENTS   

• 1 lb. unsalted butter
• ¾ cup powdered sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ⅓ cup orange juice
• ½ cup chopped almonds (optional)
• 6 cups sifted flour 

DIRECTIONS   

1. Cream butter with beater until fluffy white. Add powdered sugar and mix. Add egg yolk and orange juice. Continue to beat. 
2. Add flour, a cup at a time, and then knead. Add nuts (optional).
3. Shape into crescents and bake at 350°F for about 10 to 12 minutes. Watch, not to over cook. 

Recipe Image: Olive Tomato