2 c. shortening
1 c. confectioners' sugar
4 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. finely chopped or ground nuts

Cream shortening. Add sugar gradually and cream together. Stir in flour and salt, making a smooth batter. Don't overmix. Add vanilla and stir. Add nuts. Form into balls or roll and flatten into a small cookie. Drop cookies while hot into powdered sugar. Cool and dip into powdered sugar again. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 4 dozen (1 ounce) cookies.