1 c. soft butter
1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Add gradually:

2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. finely chopped nuts

Shape dough into balls. Chill. Poke deep hole into center. Bake on an ungreased baking sheet at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes until set.

FILLING:

Blend together:

1 c. finely crushed hard peppermint candies
1 c. powdered sugar

Blend:

2 oz. cream cheese
2 tsp. milk

Add gradually:

1 c. powdered sugar
6 tbsp. candy mix
2 drops red coloring

Mix well.

Fill center of each COOLED cookie, then roll in crushed candy-sugar mix. Store in refrigerator until used, in a separate container. (Do not mix with other cookies). Do not let sit out on tray overnight. (This is a pretty cookie that tastes so good).