cookies

Mix powdered sugar, margarine, vanilla, almond extract and egg in large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients except granulated sugar. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Heat oven to 375 F. Lightly grease cookie sheet.

Divide dough in half. Roll each half 1/4 inch thick on lightly floured surface. Cut into desired shapes with 2- to 2 1/2-inch cookie cutters. Sprinkle with granulated sugar. Place on cookie sheet.

Bake 7 to 8 minutes or until edges are light brown. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.

*We do not recommend using vegetable oil spreads.

**If using self-rising flour, omit baking soda and cream of tartar.

Makes about 5 dozen 2-inch cookies

This recipe displayed with permission from General Mills, Inc.