Cherry Shortbread Cookies

1. 1

   Stir together flour, sugar and nutmeg in a mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs.

3. 3

   Mix in cherries and food coloring.

4. 4

   Form mixture into a bowl and knead until smooth.

5. 5

   Shape dough into 1 inch balls.

6. 6

   Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.

7. 7

   Using the bottom of a glass, slightly flatten balls to 1/2 inch.

8. 8

   Bake at 325u00b0 for 20 minutes or until edges are firm and bottoms are lightly browned.

9. 9

   Remove and cool cookies on a wire rack.

10. 10

    Yields 2 dozen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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