Sugar Cookies (South Africa)

1. 1

   Preheat oven 400u00b0F.

2. 2

   In bowl, cream butter and shortening. Add cloves, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and orange peel. Mix well.

3. 3

   Beat in eggs, sugar, and almonds.

4. 4

   In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Add to butter mixture alternately with the brandy and wine.

5. 5

   Chill dough for about 30 minutes to an hour, or until firm enough to roll.

6. 6

   Turn chilled dough out on a floured board and roll until the dough is very thin.

7. 7

   Using pastry cutters, cut the dough into desired shapes.

8. 8

   Bake on greased cookie sheets for 10-15 minutes, or until nicely browned.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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