Vivian's Almond Cookies

This is from my friend, Vivian. Her recipe calls for 25 minutes baking time...you might want to watch this because most cookies are done in 12-15 minutes. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Yields: 36 cookies

Ingredients

• 3  cups flour
• 1  teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄3 cups shortening
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  egg
• 2  teaspoons  almond extract

Directions

1. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in a small bowl -- set aside.
2. Cream shortening and sugar.
3. Add egg and extract.
4. Add dry ingredients to shortening mix.
5. Make into balls and flatten with hand or botom of cup.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.