Icebox Cookies

1. 1

   In bowl, cream butter with sugar until light; then add vanilla and egg, mixing well.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; stir this mixture into the butter mixture.

3. 3

   Stir in cherries and nuts.

4. 4

   Shape into a 2-inch diameter roll; wrap with plastic wrap or wax paper and chill thoroughly, overnight if you wish.

5. 5

   When ready to bake, preheat oven to 400F degrees.

6. 6

   Cut chilled cookie dough into 1/4-inch slices and place on a lightly-greased cookie sheet, leaving a little bit of room between each cookie.

7. 7

   Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until almost firm.

8. 8

   Remove to a rack to cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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