Christmas Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening (can be margarine)
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. honey
2 eggs, beaten
4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
6 Tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. finely chopped nuts
1 c. candied fruit

Preparation

Cream shortening, sugars and honey and add eggs and vanilla; blend well.
Alternate sifted dry ingredients and milk to creamed mixture.
Dough is quite stiff; add nuts and candied fruit.
Roll and cut.
I usually refrigerate dough overnight for easier handling.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes.
May decorate if desired.