Whether on a dessert table, at a picnic or even at an actual Mexican wedding, these cookies are always a welcome sight.
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sifted powdered sugar
1 cup ground nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine flour, butter, first amount of powdered sugar, nuts and vanilla in a large bowl and mix well. Form into 1½-inch balls. Place on baking sheets and bake 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
Remove from oven and roll in remaining powdered sugar while still warm. Store in airtight container when cool.
Makes 36 cookies.