Cinnamon Almond Crescents

Submitted by: Jennifer Branum 
I set out these cookies as we open our gifts on Christmas Eve. Before long, the plate is empty and I'm being asked to refill it! 

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Submitted by: Darlene Markel 
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Submitted by: Sandy Kerrison 
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Submitted by: Mrs. H Michaelsen 
'I've learned to bake a double batch of these crisp dunking cookies, because one batch goes too fast!' notes Mrs. H. Michaelson of St. Charles, Illinois. 

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Almond Drops

Submitted by: Lois Heemstra 
My family - all of whom are self-proclaimed chocoholics - can't get enough of these rich cookies. My sister-in-law shared the recipe and believes their success lies in beating the butter and sugar very well. 

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Cardamom Almond Biscotti

Submitted by: Verna Eberhart 
These crunchy slices are requested often during the holidays, particularly by my husband. He likes to dunk them in coffee. 

Almond Pie Bars

Submitted by: Pat Habiger 
'I love almonds, and they really shine in these chewy bars,' enthuses field editor Pat Habiger of Spearsville, Kansas. 

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Almond Butter Cookies

Submitted by: Lynne Romyn 
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Chinese Almond Cookies

Submitted by: Jane Garing 
Each Christmas, my mother made lots of these tender butter cookies and stored them in clean coffee cans. When she passed away, I started giving our kids a can of these sentimental sweets. --Jane Garing, Talladega, Alabama 

Cinnamon Stars

Submitted by: Jean Jones 
These cookies fill your home with an irresistible aroma as they bake. My grandmother made them every Christmas when I was a child. I have fond memories of helping her in the kitchen. 
 
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