Ingredients
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3/4 c. shortening
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 c. maraschino cherries, finely chopped
1 egg
1/2 c. nuts, very finely chopped
2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
Preparation
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Place shortening, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar and egg in mixing bowl.
Beat thoroughly.
Add nuts and cherries; mix.
Sift together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt.
Divide into 2 portions.
Add 1/2 to first mixture; mix well.
Add remaining half; beat thoroughly.
Knead dough with hands until smooth.
Pack very firmly and shape into 2 bars (2 x 2-inch square).
Wrap in waxed paper.
Chill in refrigerator until firm. Cut in 1/8-inch slices; place on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake in hot oven at 400\u00b0 for 6 to 8 minutes.
Makes 60 cookies.
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