Thumbprint Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix shortening, brown sugar, egg yolks and vanilla.
2. 2
   Blend together flour and salt.
3. 3
   Stir into first mixture.
4. 4
   Roll dough into balls (using teaspoon ball).
5. 5
   Beat egg whites separately; with fork, dip balls into egg whites.
6. 6
   Roll into nuts.
7. 7
   Place about 1 inch apart on ungreased pan; press thumbprint in and bake 10 to 12 minutes at 350°.