Thimble Cookies
["1/2 lb. lightly salted butter", "1 tsp. vanilla extract", "3 heaping Tbsp. confectioners sugar", "2 c. flour", "preserves (apricot, raspberry)"]
["Cream butter.", "Add the sugar and vanilla, then the flour, mixing well after each addition.", "Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet.", "Using a lightly floured thimble, indent each ball.", "Fill the depressions with a dab of preserves, taking care not to overfill.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 to 375\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes until very lightly browned.", "Makes about 40 cookies."]
["butter", "vanilla extract", "confectioners sugar", "flour", "preserves"]