1 c. butter
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. sifted flour
1 c. quick uncooked oats
1/2 c. sifted powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. almond
1/2 tsp. salt
30 candied cherries

Beat butter until creamy. Add sugar. Beat until smooth. Add flavorings. Sift flour and salt; add to butter mixture. (Dough will be stiff). Shape into balls around cherries. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet in 325 degree oven for 15 minutes. Roll in powdered sugar while still warm.