- 1 cup shortening
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup strawberry puree
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- red food coloring
- In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in puree just until blended. Combine flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in pecans and food coloring if desired. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.