Moonbeams

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375
2. 2
   In large mixer bowl combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and butter.
3. 3
   Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy, 1 to 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add egg and almond extract; continue beating until well mixed, 1 to 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Reduce speed to low.
6. 6
   Add flour, cream of tartar and baking soda.
7. 7
   Continue beating, scraping bowl often, until well mixed, 1 to 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Shape into 1 inch balls.
9. 9
   Roll balls into 2 inch ropes; shape into crescents.
10. 10
    Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
11. 11
    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until set.
12. 12
    Cookies do not brown.
13. 13
    Cool completely.
14. 14
    Dip half of each cookie into chocolate; sprinkle remaining half with powdered sugar.
15. 15
    Refrigerate until set.