Cherry Nut Cookies

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A pretty cookie which will make your cookie tray at christmas look good! the cherry and nut combination in a buttery base is delicious! a rolled type dough which can be made and baked later. these cookies freeze very well for make ahead plans. this basic cookie dough i have tried many times substituting different ad-ins.

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Steps

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Mix softened butter and sugar until fluffy.

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Add eggs and vanilla , mixing well.

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Combine flour , baking soda and salt in a separate bowl and add to creamed mixture.

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Stir in candied cherries and pecans.

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Shape dough into long rolls about 2 inches in diameter.

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Wrap in wax paper and chill at least 4 hours.

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Unwrap and cut into 1 / 4 inch slices.

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Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

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Bake in a 350 degree oven for approximately 10 minutes.

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Ingredients

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butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, candied cherry, pecans