Ingredients
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1/2 c. soft margarine
1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 egg whites
2 egg yolks
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 c. pecans, finely chopped
Preparation
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Beat margarine, sugar, egg yolks, shortening, salt and flavorings together until fluffy.
Add sifted flour and mix well. Using a level tablespoon for measuring size, roll dough between palms and hands until ball is 1 inch in diameter.
Dip the balls into unbeaten egg whites and roll in chopped pecans.
Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet, using thumb to make depression in center of each ball and fill with jam or jelly. Bake at 325\u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes.
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