Fruit Filled Thumbprints - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. butter
2 eggs, separated
1/8 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. chopped pecans
fruit preserves of choice

Preparation

In food processor, combine all ingredients except egg whites, pecans and preserves.
Shape rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into 1-inch balls.
In small bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
Dip balls into egg whites; roll in finely chopped pecans.
Place 1-inch apart on greased cookie sheet.
Make depression in each cookie with back of teaspoon.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 minutes.
Remove from oven.
Fill centers with preserves.
Continue baking for 6 to 10 minutes or until light brown.
Yield:
3 dozen.