Ingredients
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1 c. soft shortening (half butter)
1 c. sifted confectioners sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. almond flavoring
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red food coloring
Preparation
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Heat oven to 375\u00b0.
Mix well shortening, sugar, egg and flavorings.
Mix flour and salt; stir in.
Divide dough in half. Blend red food coloring into one half.
Roll 1 teaspoon each colored dough on a lightly floured board into a strip about 4-inches long.
Place strips, side by side; press lightly together and twist like a rope.
Curve top down the handle of cane.
Bake 9 minutes or until lightly browned.
Remove while still warm and sprinkle with 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy.
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