Instructions: 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Have an ungreased baking sheet(s) ready.

2. Mix together the flour, nuts, 1/2 cup confectioners sugar and salt in a large bowl; stir in vanilla. Work in the butter until the mixture comes together and forms a ball.

3. Shape the dough into 24 patties with fairly straight sides. Arrange on baking sheet. Bake until very lightly colored, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; cool slightly then sift a thick layer of confectioners sugar over.

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