Orange Carrot Cookies

These cookies are so good! I think they're perfect for the fall.

Cream together and set aside:
3/4 cup butter or shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup cooked carrots (mashed)

Mix together:
2 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

Mix wet and dry ingredients together. Add 1/2 - 1 cup chopped nuts (optional).
Bake at 375 for 12-15 minutes on a greased cooking sheet.

Drizzle this glaze over warm cookies. (I like to put the cooling rack on a cooking sheet or parchment paper to make for an easier cleanup from the drippings.)

Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
3 Tbsp orange juice
pinch of salt
orange rind (optional)
1 tsp vanilla