Almond Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Combine shortening and sugar in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Beat at medium speed with electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Beat in egg and almond extract until well blended.
5. 5
   Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
6. 6
   Add to shortening mixture; blend well.
7. 7
   Wrap dough in plastic wrap, refrigerate for 2 hours.
8. 8
   Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls.
9. 9
   Place on prepared baking sheets about 2-inches apart.
10. 10
    Flatten slightly with fingertips.
11. 11
    Gently press almond into center of each.
12. 12
    Bake 12-15 minutes or until cookies are just done but not brown.
13. 13
    Cool on cookie sheet 4 minutes, transfer to cooling rack.