1 c. soft shortening (half butter)
1 c. sifted confectioners sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt

Mix together thoroughly the shortening, confectioners sugar, egg, almond extract and vanilla. Stir in flour and salt.

Divide dough into halves. Blend into 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons red food coloring. Roll 1 teaspoon each color dough into a strip about 4-inches long. Place strips side by side. Press lightly together and twist like a rope. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake 9 minutes in 375°F oven. Sprinkle with a mixture of 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy and 1/2 cup sugar. Make 4 dozen.