Date Filled Cookie Log

Posted by request, i have not yet tried this recipe. From the 1976 cookbook a world of desserts and delicasies from solo". Enjoy!"!

Preheat oven to 400f.

Mix together butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until creamy.

Blend in the egg.

Sift together the flour , salt and baking soda.

Add to the wet mixture and blend until stiff.

Shape dough into 4 logs about 10x3-inches each.

Place logs on a baking sheet.

Using the side of your hand , create a narrow well into the top of each log , running all the way across.

Spread about 1 / 4 cup of the date filling evenly into each hollow.

Top the date filling with chopped nuts.

Bake the logs for 12-15 minutes , or until set and gloden.

Allow to cool until just warm , then slice the baked dough at an angle into 3 / 4-inch thick cookies.

Allow to cool then dust liberally with confectioners sugar.

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