1 c. butter
1 c. powdered sugar
1 egg
2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. finely crushed candy cane mixed with 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. red food coloring

Mix all ingredients. Split dough into portions. Color one half of the dough red. Refrigerate the dough long enough to be able to easily remove it. Break off one piece (approximately 1 tsp. of each color) and roll into 4 to 5 inch tubes. Twist the two pieces together and bend forming a cane. Sprinkle the top with the candy cane and sugar mixture.

Bake at 350°F for 6 to 9 minutes.