FINNISH CHRISTMAS COOKIES

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From my Mamaw's recipe collection.

Provided by Chrystal Cackler @journeyrock92

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cup(s) butter, softened
1 cup(s) sugar
4 cup(s) all purpose flour
1 - egg, lightly beaten
2/3 cup(s) finely chopped almonds
- colored sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Roll out onto a well-floured surface to 1/4-in. thickness. Brush lightly with egg. Sprinkle with almonds and sugar if desired. Using a fluted pastry cutter or knife, cut into 2-in. x 1-in. strips. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

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