Peppermint Pink Blossoms

In a large bowl beat shortening with a mixer on medium to high 30 seconds. Add granulated sugar. Beat until combined, scraping bowl as needed. Beat in egg yolks, vanilla, and peppermint extract until combined. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Stir in any remaining flour. If desired, tint dough with food coloring, kneading to evenly combine. Cover and chill dough 30 minutes or until easy to handle.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in pink sugar to coat. Place 1 inch apart on prepared cookie sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until bottoms are light brown. Immediately press Kisses into cookie centers. Remove; cool on wire racks.