Ingredients:
1 c. soft shortening
1 c. sifted confectioner's sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 t. almond extract
1 t. vanilla
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 t. salt
1/2 t. red food coloring
Directions:
1. Mix shortening and sugar together. Add egg and extracts. Mix until smooth and creamy.
2. Add flour and salt a little at a time, mixing them in. Divide dough in half. In one half of the dough red food coloring.
3. Roll 1 teaspoon of each color dough into strips about 4 inches long. Place strips side-by-side, press lightly together and twist like a rope. Place on greased cookie sheet. Curve top down to form a cane.
4. Bake at 375* F. for about 9 minutes. Do not let them brown.
Optional: You may also crush 1/2 c. peppermint candies and mix with a 1/2 c. sugar. Sprinkle this mixture on top of warm cookies.
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