Tea Cookies I

Step 1
Beat together the butter and confectioners' sugar till creamy. Add vanilla.

Step 2
Mix the dry ingredients, stir into creamy mixture. Blend well.

Step 3
Add the nuts, mix well, roll the dough out into two balls. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 4
Flatten dough out and cut into 15 or 20 equal size pieces, shape into balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 5
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes till firm but not brown. While still warm roll into confectioners' sugar, let cool and roll again.