Swedish Heirloom Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening and butter at medium speed of an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add 1 cup powdered sugar and salt and mix well.
3. 3
   Stir in flour.
4. 4
   Add water, vanilla, and almonds, stirring well.
5. 5
   Shape dough into 1-inch balls (I use small cookie scoop).
6. 6
   Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Press down lightly on dough with bottom of glass or measuring cup.
8. 8
   Bake at 325° for 12 minutes or until done.
9. 9
   (Cookies will still be light).
10. 10
    Dredge warm cookies in powdered sugar.