Candy Canes

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together shortening and sugar until creamy.
2. 2
   Add egg, almond extract and vanilla.
3. 3
   Gradually add flour and salt; mix well.
4. 4
   Divide dough.
5. 5
   Blend into 1/2 of dough the red food coloring.
6. 6
   Twist part white and part red dough enough to make a small candy cane.
7. 7
   Bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 9 minutes, until lightly brown.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with powdered sugar when cool. Makes approximately 4 dozen.