Cherry Thumbprint Cookies


  
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<h1>Cherry Thumbprint Cookies</h1>
<h2>Ingredients</h2>
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<li>1 cup shortening</li>
<li>1 3-ounce package cream cheese</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>1 cup sugar</li>
<li>1 teaspoon almond extract</li>
<li>2 1/2 cups plain flour</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon baking powder</li>
<li>1 cup chopped nuts</li>
<li>Jarred cherries</li>
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<h2>Directions</h2>
<ol>
<li>Cream shortening and cream cheese; add sugar, egg, and extract.</li>
<li>Sift in dry ingredients and mix in nuts. Roll into 1-inch balls.</li>
<li>Press thumb in center and add 1/2 cherry.</li>
<li>Bake at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes.</li>
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