Peppermint Cookies
Ingredients:
1 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup crushed peppermint
candies
Directions:
In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla.
Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in crushed candies.
Shape into a 15-inch roll; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Unwrap and cut into 1/8-inch slices. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until edges begin to brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Makes about 6 dozen cookies.