Date Filled Cookie Log

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2
   Mix together butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until creamy.
3. 3
   Blend in the egg.
4. 4
   Sift together the flour, salt and baking soda.
5. 5
   Add to the wet mixture and blend until stiff.
6. 6
   Shape dough into 4 logs about 10x3-inches each.
7. 7
   Place logs on a baking sheet.
8. 8
   Using the side of your hand, create a narrow well into the top of each log, running all the way across.
9. 9
   Spread about 1/4 cup of the date filling evenly into each hollow.
10. 10
    Top the date filling with chopped nuts.
11. 11
    Bake the logs for 12-15 minutes, or until set and gloden.
12. 12
    Allow to cool until just warm, then slice the baked dough at an angle into 3/4-inch thick cookies.
13. 13
    Allow to cool then dust liberally with confectioners sugar.