Italian Cinnamon Sticks brought by Hillary

3/4 c granulated sugar
1/2 c ground walnuts
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 c butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 1/2 c flour
1 egg, beaten

Combine the first three ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

Beat butter and cream cheese until creamy; gradually add flour, mixing until well blended. Shape dough into a ball; wrap in plastic wrap and chill 30 min.

Divide dough in half; place one portion between 2 sheets of lightly floured wax paper, and roll into a 10-inch square (about 1/8 inch thick). Brush with egg, and sprinkle with half of sugar mixture. Cut into 5 x 1/2 inch strips; twist strips, and place on ungreased baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough and sugar mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 min or until golden and crisp. Transfer to wire racks to cool.