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Uncle Frank's Italian Cookies

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PREP TIME
25 min
COOKING TIME
10 min
TOTAL TIME
35 min
SERVINGS
36 servings
Dessert Sicilian
Uncle Frank's Italian Cookies
Ingredients
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white sugar, or more to taste
  • 1 cup shortening (such as Crisco®)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon almond extract
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to the desired temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit, or equivalently 175 degrees Celsius.
2
Prepare a baking sheet by covering it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
3
Combine the dry ingredients of flour and sugar in a bowl, then add shortening, milk, eggs, baking powder, and almond extract. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until a smooth consistency is achieved using your hands.
4
Form the dough into a cylindrical shape, approximately 1 inch thick. Divide it into small portions and then roll each portion into a 3-inch long piece, before shaping it into the desired "S" shape.
5
Place the shaped cookie pieces on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced and aligned properly.
6
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until their edges turn golden brown.
7
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool briefly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack for complete cooling.