Thumbprint Cookies

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Mix brown sugar, butter, egg yolks, vanilla and salt until wll-blended and creamy.

3. 3

   Add flour gradually, mixing well after each addition.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.

5. 5

   Place chopped pecans in a separate bowl.

6. 6

   Scoop and roll dough into 1 inch balls.

7. 7

   Dip each ball into the egg whites and roll in the pecans.

8. 8

   Place on greased cookie cheats.

9. 9

   Make an indentation in the center of each ball.

10. 10

    Bake for 8 minutes.

11. 11

    Remove from oven and place a teaspoon of fruit spread into each indentation.

12. 12

    Return to oven for another 6 to 9 minutes until light brown.

13. 13

    Cool on wire racks.

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