Powdered Sugar Cookies II

Kids love the white lips they get when they bite into one of these cookies!

• Calories: 110 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup shortening
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 2 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cream shortening and butter. Gradually add confectioners' sugar (powdered sugar), creaming well. Add egg and flavorings. Beat until fluffy.

Step 2

Sift flour with baking soda and cream of tartar; add and mix well. Stir in pecans.

Step 3

Drop small teaspoonfuls (or shape into small balls) on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 8 to 10 minutes or until creamy tan in color. While hot, roll in confectioners' (powdered) sugar.