Birds' Nests IV

Birds' Nests IV
Birds' Nests IV might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe serves 36. Watching your figure? This vegetarian recipe has 179 calories, 2g of protein, and 10g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 3% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of butter, shortening, eggs, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Separate the eggs. Chop the nuts fine.
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Cream together 1 cup softened butter and sugar.
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Add the yolks, and beat well.
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Add the flour, and mix well.
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Make small balls out of dough.
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Roll balls in egg white, and then in the nuts.
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Place balls on greased cookie sheets, and press center of cookie with thumb.
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Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 minutes. Press center of cookie again, bake until lightly browned 4 to 6 minutes. Cool cookies on racks.
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To make frosting, begin by blending the water, shortening, vanilla, and 1/4 cup softened butter or margarine together thoroughly. Slowly add confectioners' sugar, and mix until smooth and creamy. More water may be needed to make desired consistency.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In45 m.
Servings36
Health Score0
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