Mincemeat Cookies

1 cup butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/3 cup mincemeat
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
4 cups plain/all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped nuts

Cream sugar and butter. Add eggs. Add remaining ingredients. Blend well. Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 10 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool on rack.