Coffee Rum Cookies

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A recipe from my husband's grandmother. This was one of my fil's favorites when he was growing up. We tried them recently and they are very good--light and crisp.

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Steps

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Sift first 5 ingredients together , set aside.

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Cream shortening and margarine together , adding the sugars while creaming.

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Add egg and rum extract , beating until light and fluffy.

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Blend in dry ingredients.

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Wrap dough in wax paper and chill thoroughly.

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On a lightly floured surface , roll out small amounts of dough at a time to 1 / 8 inch thickness.

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Cut with fluted cookie cutter or biscuit cutter.

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Decorate rounds with pecan halves , if desired.

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Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 400 degrees f for 8 to 10 minutes.

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Remove to wire racks to cool.

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Ingredients

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flour, instant coffee, baking powder, baking soda, salt, shortening, margarine, brown sugar, sugar, egg, rum extract