Christmas Stars

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixer bowl with electric mixer at medium speed, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Beat in egg, milk and vanilla and almond extract until well mixed.
3. 3
   Wrap and refrigerate until firm.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 350°.
5. 5
   Roll dough onto lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut out dough with star-shaped cookie cutter.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned around edges.
9. 9
   Cool on wire racks.
10. 10
    Ice and decorate as desired.