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Title: Shamrock Cookies
Categories: Cookies, Snacks, Holiday
Yield: 36 servings

1 c Shortening
1 c Confectioners' sugar
1 lg Egg; room temp
1 ts Peppermint extract
2 1/2 c A-P flour
1 ts Salt
Green paste food coloring
Green colored sugar; opt

Set oven @ 375ºF/190ºC.

In a large 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". shamrock cookie cutter. Place cutouts 1"
apart onto ungreased baking sheets. If desired, sprinkle with colored
sugar.

Bake until edges are lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool for 1 minute
before removing to wire racks.

Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Makes: 3 dozen

RECIPE FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com

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