Mantecaditos-Almonds Shortbread Cookies

1. 1

   Place your oven rack in the middle on your oven and preheat to 350u00b0.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl combine flour and nutmeg-set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl beat butter, shortening and extracts and beat until smooth.

4. 4

   Gradually add sugar and cream.

5. 5

   Blend in flour-dough should be slightly moist.

6. 6

   Using teaspoons and not your hands form into balls.

7. 7

   Place on ungreased cookie sheet and press down slightly.

8. 8

   Cut each cherry into 8 pieces and place a sliver on each cookie.

9. 9

   Bake for 20 minutes and cool on a rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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