Cherry Almond Chews
Steps
In a mixing bowl cream shortening and sugar.
Add the eggs one at a time , beating well after each addition.
Beat in extract.
Combine the flour baking soda and salt , gradually add to creamed mixture.
Stir in coconut and nuts if desired.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets.
Place a cherry half in the center of each cookie.
Bake at 350 for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned.
Remove to wire racks to cool.
Ingredients
shortening, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, almond extract, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, flaked coconut, almonds, maraschino cherries