Christmas Bells

Directions

1. 1
   Mix shortening, sugar, egg and vanilla thoroughly.
2. 2
   Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting.
3. 3
   Stir flour, soda and salt together; blend in.
4. 4
   Color 2/3 of the dough red or green.
5. 5
   Mold into 10 x 1 1/2-inch roll.
6. 6
   Mold this roll into a bell shape by squeezing the top together and leaving the lower half flared and curved; chill.
7. 7
   Save 1/4 cup white dough for clappers.
8. 8
   Roll out rest of dough on waxed paper into rectangle large enough to cover colored roll, about 10 x 4-inch; trim edges.
9. 9
   Wrap around roll; chill.
10. 10
    Heat oven to 375° (quick).
11. 11
    Cut 1/8-inch thick slices. Place 1/2 inch apart on ungreased baking sheet.
12. 12
    Press tiny ball of dough at bottom for clapper.
13. 13
    Bake 8 to 10 minutes.
14. 14
    Makes 5 dozen.