2 c. flour, sifted
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 c. butter
1/2 c. powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 c. walnuts, finely chopped
Walnut halves & lg. pieces for decorating

Sift flour with baking powder. Cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually blend in flour mixture. Stir in finely chopped walnuts. Cover and chill. Roll out on light floured board to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes. Place on ungreased cookie sheets. Press a walnut half or piece on each cookie. Bake at 300 degrees for about 20 minutes until edges are very lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. Makes 2 dozen cookies.