Refrigerator Cookies

Cream together the butter, eggs, sugar and vanilla extract.

Gradually add the flour, baking soda and salt.

Fold in the nuts.

Roll the dough into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and wrap in waxed paper.

Freeze for an hour or refrigerate for several hours.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Remove the dough from the freezer and thinly slice, about 1/4 inch thick.

Place on ungreased cookie sheets and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.

Let cool for 5 minutesand then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.