Holiday Nuggets

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, cream butter, margarine and sugar.
2. 2
   Blend in vanilla and almond. Gradually add flour and salt.
3. 3
   Stir in nuts.
4. 4
   Shape into 1 1/4 inch balls.
5. 5
   Place on ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten slightly with fingers.
6. 6
   Bake at 325° for 25 minutes.
7. 7
   Cool.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with powdered sugar and colored, crystallized sugar.
9. 9
   Makes 3 1/2 dozen.