1/2 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. Gold Medal flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red food color

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Mix thoroughly butter, shortening, confectioners' sugar, egg, and flavorings. Blend in flour and salt. Divide dough in half; blend food color into 1 half. Shape 1 teaspoon dough from each half into 4 inch rope. For smooth, even ropes, roll them back and forth on lightly floured board. Place ropes, side by side. Press together lightly and twist. Complete cookies, one at a time. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Curve top of cookie to form candy cane shape. Bake 9 minutes until set and very light brown. Remove from baking sheet and cool. Makes 4 dozen cookies.