Ingredients
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1/2 c. softened butter
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. confectioners sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red food color
Preparation
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Heat oven to 375\u00b0.
Mix thoroughly butter, shortening, confectioners sugar, egg and flavorings.
Blend in flour and salt. Divide dough in half; blend food color into one half.
Shape 1 teaspoon dough from each half into 4-inch rope.
For smooth, even ropes, roll them back and forth on lightly floured board.
Place ropes side by side, press together lightly and twist.
Complete cookies one at a time.
Place on ungreased baking sheet; curve top of cookie down to form handle of cane.
Bake about 9 minutes or until set and very light brown.
Yields about 4 dozen cookies.
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