Eggnog Cut-Out Cookies

1. 1

   In large bowl, combine sugar, butter and eggs; beat until light and fluffy.

2. 2

   Stir in eggnog and vanilla.

3. 3

   Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.

4. 4

   In medium bowl, combine flour, nutmeg and baking powder.

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   Add flour mixture to butter mixture; blend well.

6. 6

   Cover dough with plastic wrap; refrigerate 30 minutes for easier handling.

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   Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine egg yolks and water; blend well.

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   Divide mixture into several small cups; tint with food color.

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   If paint thickens, add a few drops water.

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    Heat oven to 350.

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    On floured board, roll half of dough at a time to 1/8-inch thickness.

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    Cut with assorted 2 1/2 to 3 inch cutters, re-rolling dough as necessary.

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    Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

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    Using small paint brush, paint designs on cookies with egg yolk paint.

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    Bake at 350 for 8 to 11 minutes or until edges are light golden brown.

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    Remove from cookie sheets.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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