Coffee-Rum Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift first 5 ingredients together, set aside.
2. 2
   Cream shortening and margarine together, adding the sugars while creaming.
3. 3
   Add egg and rum extract, beating until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Blend in dry ingredients.
5. 5
   Wrap dough in wax paper and chill thoroughly.
6. 6
   On a lightly floured surface, roll out small amounts of dough at a time to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut with fluted cookie cutter or biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Decorate rounds with pecan halves, if desired.
8. 8
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 400 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove to wire racks to cool.