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Shamrock Cookies
A handy cookie cutter shapes these sensational sweets from Edna Hoffman of
Hebron, Indiana. With a hint of mint flavor, they're especially yummy with
cocoa or chocolate milk.
SERVINGS: 18
CATEGORY: Dessert
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 25 min. + chilling Bake: 10 min.
Ingredients:
1 cup shortening
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
Green paste food coloring
Green colored sugar, optional
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening and confectioners' sugar until
light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Gradually add flour and salt. Tint
with food coloring. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with
a lightly floured 2-in. shamrock cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased
baking sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired.
Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for
1 minute before removing to wire racks. Yield: 3 dozen.
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~~~***Rhonda G in Missouri***~~~
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