Sugar Plums

Directions

1. 1
   Beat butter until creamy; add sugar gradually and beat until smooth.
2. 2
   Add vanilla and almond flavoring.
3. 3
   Sift flour and salt together; add to butter mixture.
4. 4
   Mix well.
5. 5
   Stir in oats; mix well.
6. 6
   Dough will be quite stiff.
7. 7
   Shape into balls around cherries.
8. 8
   Bake on ungreased cookie sheet 30 minutes in 325° preheated oven.
9. 9
   While warm, roll in sifted confectioners sugar. Yields more than 3 dozen.