Chinese Almond Cookies

Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 c. shortening
- 3 c. flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 c. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. almond extract
- almonds (1/2 for each cookie)

Directions:
- Mix shortening and sugar.
- Add egg and rest of ingredients. Make into small balls.
- Flatten and place a half almond in center. Bake until lightly browned at 350° (approximately 15 minutes, depending upon your oven).