Mix together shortening, sugar, egg and flavorings thoroughly. Sift flour and salt together and blend in. Divide dough in half. Blend the red coloring into half. Roll 1 teaspoon each color dough into a strip about 4 inches long. Place strips side by side. Press slightly together and twist like a rope. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Curve top down to form handle of cane. Bake about 9 mins (until slightly browned) in 375 oven. Remove from cookie sheet with spatula while warm & sprinkle with a mixture of 1/2 c crushed peppermint candy & 1/2 c sugar. (Pat Graham) - "Walter's Cookbook"