The following cranberry cookies calls for 2 1/2 cups of cranberries (I
assummed it's asking for fresh ones). Can I substitute it with dried ones
and how much would it be?

Thanks,
Sue

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped cranberries

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Cream butter and both sugars.
Stir in milk, juice and egg.
Mix in dry ingredients and mix well.
Stir in nuts and cranberries.
Drop dough by teaspoon about 2" apart on greased baking sheet.
Bake 10-15 minutes. Makes 11 dozen.