Cookie Angels

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   Preheat oven to 350u00b0. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Set aside 1/2 cup of dough; divide remaining dough into three portions.

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   On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a 6-in. circle; cut each into six wedges. Transfer to ungreased

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   For angel heads, roll teaspoonfuls of reserved dough into 18 balls; lightly press onto pointed end of each wedge. Press a pretzel into each side for wings.

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   Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

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   For hair, in a small bowl, beat 1/4 cup vanilla frosting and confectioners' sugar until smooth; tint with food coloring. Press dough through a garlic press. Trim strands to desired length; place on heads. For halos, attach yellow Life Savers.

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   Frost gowns with remaining frosting; sprinkle with crushed Life Savers. Use decorating gels to add faces.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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