Mrs. Santa’s Thumbprints

Mrs. Santa’s Thumbprints
Yield: 4 1/2 dozen

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups butter flavored shortening
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 Tbsp. vanilla
• 1 cup flour
• 2 1/2 cups quick cooking oats, uncooked
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 3/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 2/3 cup strawberry preserves

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, beat shortening and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla; set aside.
2. In another bowl, mix together flour, oats and salt. Combine the two mixtures, mixing well.
3. Form into 1-inch balls, then roll in the nuts. Place on ungreased baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
4. With your thumb, press the middle of each ball and spoon preserves into the indents.
5. Bake at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove to wire racks and cool completely.