Life Saver Cookies

Ingredients

• 3/4 c. butter
• 1 c. sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 tsp. lemon extract
• 2 1/2 c. flour
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 6 pkg. Life Savers

Directions

1. Mix together butter, sugar, eggs and lemon extract.
2. Blend in flour, baking powder and salt.
3. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Roll dough 1/8-inch thick on a lightly floured board.
4. Cut into desired shapes.
5. Cut a small hole in center with a sharp knife. Place cookies on foil covered baking sheet.
6. Place a Life Saver in the center of each cookie.
7. Bake at 375° for 7 to 9 minutes until lightly browned or until candy is melted.
8. Cool on baking sheet. Store in layers between wax paper.
9. These freeze nicely.
10. Yields 6 dozen.