1 env. dry yeast
1/4 c. warm water
1 tsp. sugar
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. butter
2 eggs, separated
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. chopped nuts
Powdered sugar

Sprinkle yeast over warm water. Add 1 teaspoon sugar. Let stand 10 minutes or until yeast is softened. Sift flour and salt together. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Blend in egg yolks and yeast mixture. Mix until a smooth ball is formed. Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry. Gradually beat in 1/2 cup sugar. Continue beating until stiff and peaked. Fold in vanilla.

Divide dough in half. Roll each half on lightly floured board into a 9"x13" rectangle. Spread with half egg whites and sprinkle with nuts. Roll jelly roll fashion. Place on greased baking sheet. Make 1/2" deep cut lengthwise down center. Bake immediately at 375 degrees for 22 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.