CHERRY ICE BOX COOKIES

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, cut small
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.

Cream butter and sugars together; stir in egg and vanilla. Stir in cherries and nuts. Stir in flour mixture and mix to combine.

Divide dough into about 5 rolls on wax paper and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

WHEN READY TO BAKE:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

Slice cookies and place on baking sheet.

Bake for 8-10 minutes or until done.