Thimble Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks and vanilla.
3. 3
   With a wooden spoon, gradually work in flour until blended.
4. 4
   Chill if necessary.
5. 5
   Shape into 1-inch balls and place 1 1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Press hole in the center, using a floured sewing thimble and fill with jam.
7. 7
   Bake at 325° until brown on bottom, but not on the top, about 25 minutes.
8. 8
   Store in tightly covered tin box.
9. 9
   Makes about 4 dozen.