Cheesecake Cookie Slices

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl, beat the butter and the cream cheese.
2. 2
   Add the sugar, lemon peel, lemon juice, and vanilla.
3. 3
   Beat in the flour.
4. 4
   Divide dough into two portions, then cover and chill for 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Shape each portion of dough into 8-inch long rolls.
6. 6
   Combine chopped nuts and graham cracker crumbs on a large piece of waxed paper.
7. 7
   Roll the 2 dough rolls in this mixture, being sure to coat well.
8. 8
   Wrap each roll in the waxed paper chill for at least 2 hours.
9. 9
   Cut dough into 1/4 in slices, place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
10. 10
    Bake at 375 8 to 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Cool on racks.