1 c. butter
1 c. powdered sugar
2 c. flour
1 c. ground smoked almonds (see note)
1 tsp. vanillin sugar
Pinch of salt
Powdered sugar for dusting

Combine all ingredients in mixer. Roll into tablespoon size balls. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until golden. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

(NOTE: Almonds can be smoked by broiling for a very short time. Grinding can be done in blender or food processor.) Yields: 40 cookies.