Cherry-nut slices

Cherry-nut slices

Ingredients/Components

• vanilla - 1 tsp
• flour - 2 c
• egg, slightly beaten - 1 item
• margarine, softened - 1 c
• powdered sugar - 1 c
• pecan halves - 1 c
• candied cherries, halved - 2 c

How to make cherry-nut slices:

Cream the butter and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add flour slowly, mixing well. Stir in nuts and cherries. Chill. Divide dough into 3 parts. Shape into rolls 10-inches long. Wrap in wax paper sprinkled with powdered sugar. Chill 3 hours or until firm. Cut into 1/8-inch slices. Place on ungreased sheet 1-inch apart. Bake at 325° for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are slightly brown. Do not overbake.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Cookie and brownie, Nuts.