Almond Cookies

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Combine shortening and sugar in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Beat at medium speed with electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Beat in egg and almond extract until well blended.

5. 5

   Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

6. 6

   Add to shortening mixture; blend well.

7. 7

   Wrap dough in plastic wrap, refrigerate for 2 hours.

8. 8

   Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls.

9. 9

   Place on prepared baking sheets about 2-inches apart.

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    Flatten slightly with fingertips.

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    Gently press almond into center of each.

12. 12

    Bake 12-15 minutes or until cookies are just done but not brown.

13. 13

    Cool on cookie sheet 4 minutes, transfer to cooling rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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