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Thumbprint Cookies

• 1 cup butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup finely chopped nuts, optional
• 1/2 cup Smucker's® Preserves or Jams, any flavor

Instructions:
Combine butter and sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Blend in almond extract. Add flour and salt; mix well.
Shape level tablespoonfuls of dough into balls; roll in nuts to cover. Place on ungreased cookie sheets; flatten slightly. Indent centers with your thumb; fill with preserves or jam.
Bake at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
Makes 22 cookies.