Cherry Cookies

Name: Cherry Cookies
Ingredients: 1 1/3 c. flour; 1/2 c. shortening; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1/2 tsp. almond extract; 2 egg yolks; glaced or well-drained maraschino cherries, cut into quarters

8 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

1 1/3 c. flour
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 egg yolks
glaced or well-drained maraschino cherries, cut into quarters

Directions

1

Cream shortening, sugar and salt.
2

Add flavorings and egg yolks.
3

Blend well.
4

Stir in flour until well mixed.
5

Quickly roll dough into long cylinder, 1-inch in diameter, and cut into 1/2-inch lengths.
6

Form balls from cut pieces; place on ungreased cookie sheet.
7

Press a quarter cherry into center of each.
8

Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes to a golden brown.