Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
2 1/4 c. flour
1/8 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. almond extract
red and green food coloring
Preparation
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Preheat oven to 375\u00b0.
Cream shortening and sugar.
Add egg and almond extract.
Blend dry ingredients together, then gradually add to wet mixture.
Mix thoroughly.
Divide dough into thirds and color one part red, one part green and leave other part white.
Fill cookie press and press out cookies.
Decorate with colored sugar, colored balls, etc. before baking.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes.
Great at Christmas or any time.
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