Pealing Bells

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl beat margarine with an electric mixer on medium to high speed about 30 seconds or until softened.

2. 2

   Add about half of the flour and all of the sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, baking powder and, if desired coconut flavoring to the margarine.

3. 3

   Beat until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.

4. 4

   Beat or stir in the remaining flour.

5. 5

   Shape dough into two 6-inch rolls.

6. 6

   Wrap in waxed paper or plastic wrap.

7. 7

   Chill for 2 to 24 hours.

8. 8

   Cut dough into 1/4 inch thick slices.

9. 9

   Place 1 inch apart on a ungreased cookie sheet.

10. 10

    Place a cherry half on the bottom half of each slice for a bell clapper. then let dough stand for 1 to 2 minutes to soften for easier handling.

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    Fold in sides of each slice, overlapping at top and slightly covering cherry.

12. 12

    Pinch sides to resemble a bell shape.

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    Bake at 350 degrees oven for 6 to 8 minutes or until edges are firm but not browned.

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    Remove cookies and cool on wire racks.

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