1 c. butter, melted & cooled to room temperature
3 tbsp. confectioners sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. walnuts, finely ground
Additional confectioners sugar for rolling (about 1/2 cup)

In large mixing bowl, combine butter, confectioners sugar, baking powder and salt and stir with large spoon. Sift in flour about 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition; then stir in ground nuts. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pat about 1 tablespoon of dough at a time into 1 inch diameter balls and place on cookie sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until very lightly colored. Cool on rack, then roll in confectioners sugar. Makes 3 to 4 dozen.