Highland Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Sift together flour and salt; add to creamed mixture.
3. 3
   (Add more flour if needed to make dough easy to handle.) Shape dough into 3/4 inch balls; place 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.
4. 4
   Gently press a pecan half in the center of each.
5. 5
   Bake at 350° for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Roll in powdered sugar while warm.
6. 6
   Yields: 6 dozen.