Procedures

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease 2 cookie sheets.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in eggs, then one egg yolk. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Beat in vanilla and orange juice.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together milk and baking soda. Beat in milk mixture and flour in 3 alternating additions.

4. 4

   Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Roll dough into a long, 3/4-inch thick log. Cut the log into 3-inch pieces. Shape each piece into an S shape.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together remaining egg yolk and 1 teaspoon of water. Brush egg wash over tops of cookies. Bake until cookies are golden brown, 20-30 minutes.