Sand Tarts - Old German Style

1 batch

This is Aunt Ruths recipe for old Geman style Sand Tarts.

Ingredients:

2½	cups of sugar
2	cups of butter
2	eggs, well beaten
4	cups of flour
2	egg whites (separate eggs)
	Sugar and cinnamon
	Pecans or Walnuts

Directions:

Cream the butter and sugar together. Slowly add flour, working it in well. Add the well beaten eggs and mix thoroughly. Chill over night.

Roll out thin on a floured board. Cut out cookies. Brush cookies with the egg whites which have been slightly beaten. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Press ½ pecan or walnut in to the center of each cookie.

Bake in 350 degree oven about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before eating.

Notes:

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Source:

Aunt Ruth's Recipe Collection