Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
1 c. margarine
2 c. powdered sugar
2 eggs
1 Tbsp. almond extract
2 tsp. vanilla
5 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
Preparation
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Heat oven to 375\u00b0.
Mix shortening, margarine, sugar, eggs and flavorings.
(The addition of a few drops of food coloring could be added at this point, if desired.)
Add flour and salt.
Roll dough (about a teaspoonful at a time) into small balls (1 to 1 1/2-inches in diameter) by hand.
Place on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake 5 to 6 minutes or until bottoms are just barely brown. Don't overbake.
Makes about 6 dozen cookies.
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