BUTTONS AND BOW KNOTS 
1/3 c. shortening
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
1 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk

Cut shortening into flour. Add sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Mix egg and milk and add to dough. Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead lightly. Roll 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured cutter. Hold opposite end of each ring and twist. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Dip into butter. Dip in 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon.

 

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