Chinese Cookies

1 . Stage

Cream together sugar and shortening in a medium bowl. Stir in egg and vanilla, beat until light and fluffy.

2 . Stage

Combine cake flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. Dough will be stiff, you may need to use your hands to mix. Roll dough into a log about 15 inches long, and roll in the ground nuts. Wrap and chill dough for at least an hour or until firm.

3 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.

4 . Stage

Unwrap dough and cut into 1/2-inch slices. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.

5 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before removing to cool completely on wire racks.

6 . Stage

When cool, place a dollop of fudge icing onto the center of each cookie.