Butter Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream margarine and sugar.
2. 2
   Add vanilla.
3. 3
   Add flour and salt; mix well.
4. 4
   Shape rounded tablespoonfuls of dough into balls; place on cookie sheet.
5. 5
   Indent centers; fill with preserves or nuts. Dough can also be put in a cookie press and, instead of preserves, can be decorated with sprinkles or large pieces of nuts.
6. 6
   Bake at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes.
7. 7
   Makes 3 dozen.