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Almond Cookies
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1 cup shortening
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sliced almonds
In a small mixing bowl, cream the shortening, 1/2 cup sugar and brown sugar. Beat
in egg and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add
to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in remaining sugar.
Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with the bottom of a
glass. Press three almond slices into the center of each. Bake at 350° for
9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before
removing to wire racks.
Yield: 3 dozen.
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