1/2 lb. (2 sticks) butter
2 eggs
1 1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
3 c. flour

Drop by teaspoons on baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

ICING:

1/2 stick butter (4 tbsp.)
1/2 box powdered sugar
Buttermilk
Chopped nuts