Russian Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar using electric mixer. Add vanilla, scraping down bowl as needed.
2. 2
   Add flour and salt, mixing until thoroughly combined.
3. 3
   Roll tablespoons of dough into small balls about 1-inch in diameter.
4. 4
   Place dough balls on lightly greased cookie sheet about 1-inch apart.
5. 5
   Press down the center of each ball with a spoon, forming a depression.
6. 6
   Fill each with a teaspoonful of preserves or nuts.
7. 7
   Bake in 325° oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. 8
   Transfer cookies immediately to a cool, flat surface.
9. 9
   When cookies are completely cool, dust with confectioners sugar.
10. 10
    Yields 2 dozen.