1 c. soft shortening (half butter)
1 c. confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. almond flavoring
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red food coloring

Mix well shortening, sugar, egg and flavorings. Mix flour, salt and stir in. Divide dough in half. Blend red food coloring into 1/2. Roll 1 teaspoon each color dough on lightly floured board into strip 4 inches long. Place strips side by side. Press lightly together and twist like a rope.

Put on ungreased baking sheet. Curve top down for handle of cane. Bake 9 minutes or until lightly browned in 375 degree oven. Remove while still warm. Sprinkle with mixture of 1/2 cup crushed peppermint stick candy and 1/2 cup sugar. Makes 4 dozen. They can be hung on Christmas Tree.