Thumbprint Cookies

1. 1

   Prepare finely chopped nuts. Mix nuts, shortening, butter, brown sugar, egg yolk and vanilla thoroughly.

2. 2

   Stir in flour and baking powder (sifted together).

3. 3

   Roll in balls the size of a walnut.

4. 4

   Beat egg white slightly and dip and roll balls in the finely chopped nuts.

5. 5

   Place 1-inch apart on greased baking sheet. Bake 5 minutes at 375u00b0.

6. 6

   Press thumb into top of each cookie. Return to oven for 8 minutes longer.

7. 7

   When cool, fill with jelly, tinted frosting or a red cherry.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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