Christmas Bells

1. 1

   Mix shortening, sugar, egg and vanilla thoroughly.

2. 2

   Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting.

3. 3

   Stir flour, soda and salt together; blend in.

4. 4

   Color 2/3 of the dough red or green.

5. 5

   Mold into 10 x 1 1/2-inch roll.

6. 6

   Mold this roll into a bell shape by squeezing the top together and leaving the lower half flared and curved; chill.

7. 7

   Save 1/4 cup white dough for clappers.

8. 8

   Roll out rest of dough on waxed paper into rectangle large enough to cover colored roll, about 10 x 4-inch; trim edges.

9. 9

   Wrap around roll; chill.

10. 10

    Heat oven to 375u00b0 (quick).

11. 11

    Cut 1/8-inch thick slices. Place 1/2 inch apart on ungreased baking sheet.

12. 12

    Press tiny ball of dough at bottom for clapper.

13. 13

    Bake 8 to 10 minutes.

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