Moonbeams

1. 1

   Heat oven to 375

2. 2

   In large mixer bowl combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and butter.

3. 3

   Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy, 1 to 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add egg and almond extract; continue beating until well mixed, 1 to 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Reduce speed to low.

6. 6

   Add flour, cream of tartar and baking soda.

7. 7

   Continue beating, scraping bowl often, until well mixed, 1 to 2 minutes.

8. 8

   Shape into 1 inch balls.

9. 9

   Roll balls into 2 inch ropes; shape into crescents.

10. 10

    Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

11. 11

    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until set.

12. 12

    Cookies do not brown.

13. 13

    Cool completely.

14. 14

    Dip half of each cookie into chocolate; sprinkle remaining half with powdered sugar.

15. 15

    Refrigerate until set.

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