Thumbprint Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening, margarine, egg yolks and vanilla in a bowl and set aside.
2. 2
   In separate bowl combine flour and salt.
3. 3
   Combine both bowls and mix well.
4. 4
   In the palms of your hands roll dough into about 1 inch balls.
5. 5
   Use the remaining egg whites to dip the dough balls in and roll in chopped nuts.
6. 6
   Place dough balls on ungreased cookie sheet and press down on each dough ball with your thumb, creating a thumbprint.
7. 7
   Bake in a 350° oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
8. 8
   After cookies have cooled, fill each thumbprint with icing.