Traditional Greek cookies

This is the recipe my grandmother always used. It's a Christmas-cookie staple. =)

1 lb. sweet butter (melted)

1/2 cup confectioners sugar

2 egg yolks (slightly beaten)

2 tsp. vanilla

1 oz. orange juice

1 tsp. baking soda

5 cups flour

1 cup nuts (optional)

[Brandy or run may be substituted for orange juice and vanilla.]

Mix together and roll into small ball. Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees Farenheit. Roll in confectioners sugar while warm and then again before serving.