Swedish Heirloom Cookies
["1/2 c. shortening", "1/2 c. butter, softened", "1 c. sifted powdered sugar", "1/2 tsp. salt", "2 c. all-purpose flour", "1 Tbsp. water", "1 Tbsp. vanilla extract", "1 1/4 c. ground almonds", "powdered sugar"]
["Cream shortening and butter until light and fluffy.", "Add powdered sugar and salt.", "Mix well.", "Stir in flour.", "Stir in water, vanilla and almonds.", "Shape dough into 1-inch balls.", "Place on ungreased baking sheets.", "Flatten slightly.", "Bake at 325\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes or until done.", "Dredge cookies in powdered sugar while they're still warm.", "Yields about 8 dozen."]
["shortening", "butter", "powdered sugar", "salt", "flour", "water", "vanilla", "ground almonds", "powdered sugar"]