Birds' Nests

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Beat butter and sugar in large bowl until fluffy.
3. 3
   Blend in egg and vanilla.
4. 4
   Add oats and flour; mix well.
5. 5
   Shape into 1 inch balls, roll in chopped nuts.
6. 6
   Place on cookie sheet 2 inches apart.
7. 7
   Make indentation in center of each ball with your thumb.
8. 8
   Fill each thumbprint with 1/4 tsp preserves.
9. 9
   Bake 12-15 minutes or until light golden brown.
10. 10
    Cool on wire rack.
11. 11
    Store loosely covered.