Russian Tea Cakes

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1 cup softened butter or margarine
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

In a large bowl combine ingredients on low speed of mixer about 1 minute. Blend well. Gradually add flour at low speed until just combined; stir in nuts. Roll dough into 1 inch balls; place about 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 F for 8-10 minutes until firm to the touch but not brown. Do not overbake. While warm, roll in powdered sugar. Cool; re-roll in powdered sugar before serving.

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A foodie in Fort Worth Aug 1, 2006
Would make this again.
I simply love this cookie....it`s my favorite and it`s easy to make!!!!!

Pinkbike in OH Jul 11, 2004
Would make this again.
My Grandma always bakes these yummy cookies. She even made a batch for my great grandpa's 90th birthday party. (yummy)

A foodie in Denver,CO Dec 21, 2003
Would make this again.
These are simply the best cookies ever made. Perfect for the holidays. My mother has made them as far back as I can remeber. Also try with 2 teaspoons of Almond extract with the Vanilla extract for a different flavor...Wow!!!

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