Powdered Sugar Cookies

Subject: Powdered Sugar Cookies Mon Nov 10, 2008 1:43 pm

Powdered Sugar Cookies

Rich, dainty cookies that can be either molded or dropped

1/2 c shortening

1/2 c butter

1-1/2 c confectioner’s sugar

1 egg

1 tsp vanilla

1/4 tsp almond extract

2-1/2 c sifted flour

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp cream of tartar

1/4 tsp salt

1 c chopped pecans

3/4 c confectioners sugar (for coating)

Beat shortening and butter until light, gradually add 1-1/2 c confectioner’s sugar, beating constantly

Beat in egg, vanilla and almond extract to mix well

Sift together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt

Add to creamed mixture

Stir in nuts

Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet

Or shape in to 1" balls

Bake in 400F for 8 to 10 minutes

While still warm, roll in confectioner’s sugar

When cool, roll in confectioner’s sugar again for snowy white coating

Makes 6 dozen