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Pineapple Cookies

(Shared recipe submitted by Robin E. Adair.)

Makes about 5 dozen cookies

Robin writes: "Here is a recipe that has been handed down from several generations of Pennsylvania Dutch relatives."

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening, preferably butter, softened
  • 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 can (9 ounces) crushed pineapple with juice
  • 3-1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Thoroughly mix together the butter, sugar and egg. Stir in the pineapple and juices. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt and nutmeg. Stir into the pineapple mixture, then mix in the nuts. Chill dough at least 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 400° F. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls. about 2 inches apart, on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until, when touched lightly with finger, no imprint remains.

Disclaimer: This recipe was submitted by a contributor and has not been tested by TerisKitchen.com.

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