1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 c. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt

Stir together in a bowl. Cut in with pastry blender:

1/2 c. shortening

Mix:

1 egg yolk
3 tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Blend the mixture into the flour mixture with a fork as in pie crust. Divide dough into 2 balls. Let set a few minutes. Roll out to 1/8 to 1/16 inch thickness on lightly floured cloth covered board or counter. Brush with 1/2 an egg white, unbeaten. Sprinkle each with 1/2 finely chopped nuts. Press the nuts into the dough with your hands. Cut into 1 inch squares. Place on ungreased cookie sheet about 10 minutes at 375 degrees. Note: This makes 7 dozen.