1 c. soft butter
1/2 c. confectioners sugar, sifted
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour, sifted
1/2 c. walnuts or other nuts, finely chopped

Cream butter, gradually add sifted confectioners sugar, and vanilla; mix well. Add gradually: flour and walnuts; mix well. Chill. Shape chilled dough into balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes until set, not brown. While warm, roll in peppermint mixture. When cool, repeat. Makes 3 1/2 dozen.

PEPPERMINT CANDY COATING:

1/2 c. confectioners sugar, sifted
1/2 c. peppermint stick candy, crushed

Mix well.