Russian Tea Cakes

From Shirley Evans
Makes 60 cookies

1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 c. butter, softened
2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. AP flour
1 c. finely chopped almonds or pecans
1/4 tsp. salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, combine the first three ingredients; blend well. Stir in remaining ingredients until dough holds together. Shape into 1-inch balls. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 325 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes or until set but not brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Cool slightly, roll in powdered sugar. Cool completely; roll again in powdered sugar.

To make these Joe-safe, use dairy-free butter.