Kolackys

1. 1

   In a bowl, using a wooden spoon or your hands, or in an electric mixer, combine the butter and cream cheese; stir in the salt.

2. 2

   Gradually add the flour, making a sticky dough.

3. 3

   Sprinkle the outside of the dough with flour, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.

4. 4

   Preheat the oven to 350F.

5. 5

   Working with about a quarter of the dough at a time, roll it out to less than 1/4-inch thickness (3/16 is about right), using flour as necessary to prevent sticking.

6. 6

   Cut into 2-inch squares and put a dollop of one of the preserves in the center of each square or spread it across the diagonal, stopping short of the edges.

7. 7

   Roll up and seal, or fold into triangles, or, if you spread the filling on the diagonal, bring up the corners and pinch across the center.

8. 8

   Brush each finished cookie with egg white and sprinkle with sugar, then put on a greased or nonstick cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until very lightly browned.

9. 9

   Cool and serve within a day.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.