CHERRY ALMOND CHEWS

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl cream shortening and sugar.
• Add the eggs one at a time,beating well after each addition.
• Beat in extract.
• Combine the flour baking soda and salt,gradually add to creamed mixture.
• Stir in coconut and nuts if desired.
• Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets.
• Place a cherry half in the center of each cookie.
• Bake at 350 for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Remove to wire racks to cool.