SWEDISH ICE BOX COOKIES

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These cookies were a favorite of my Grandmother. We don't know where the recipe came from, but it's very old. Because of my Grandmother, our entire family loves these cookies. They are definitely an acquired taste but delicious! I am proud to be able to share this recipe with you, the world.

Provided by BRET261

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Scandinavian

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 eggs, beaten
4 tablespoons caraway seed
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a medium bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light. Stir in the eggs and vanilla.
In another medium bowl, combine the caraway seeds, flour and nuts. Add to the butter mixture and blend well.
Form dough into a long roll and wrap with plastic wrap or waxed paper. Chill for 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheet.
Thinly slice the chilled dough and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 24.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g