12/01/2010

CHRISTMAS COOKIES


One of the most popular sections in our non- fiction  is  Cooking  641  
I always wonder, when the students check out a wonderful looking cookbook, if something delicious materializes at home.  I will be posting a cookie recipe periodically for you to make and enjoy as a family. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS COOKIES


Ingredients

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 egg
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups cake flour

Directions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
2.Cream brown sugar, shortening, melted chocolate, egg and buttermilk.
3.Add dry ingredients and beat until smooth.
4.Drop onto greased cookie sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.

Ice with Buttercream Frosting. Garnish with red candies and leaves.