Russian Teacakes

Directions

1. 1
   Mix butter, sugar and vanilla thoroughly.
2. 2
   Measure flour by dip-level-pour method or by sifting with salt, then measure. Blend flour and salt with butter mixture.
3. 3
   Mix in nuts.
4. 4
   Chill at least 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Make into 1-inch balls.
6. 6
   Place on ungreased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° on middle shelf of oven, 8 to 12 minutes (check bottoms for browning).
8. 8
   Roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
9. 9
   Cool.
10. 10
    Roll again (roll a third time to make whiter).
11. 11
    Yields about 4 dozen.