Pecan-Cornmeal Shortbreads

Directions

1. 1
   beat butter at med.
2. 2
   speed with electric mixer until creamy.
3. 3
   Add flour and next 5 ingredients, beating at low speed until blended.
4. 4
   Stir in chopped pecans.
5. 5
   Wrap dough with plastic wrap; chill 1 hour.
6. 6
   Shape dough into 2 (9 inch long) logs.Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 1 hour.
7. 7
   Cut dough into 1/2 inch thick slices.
8. 8
   Place rounds on lightly greased baking sheets, top each with a pecan half.
9. 9
   Bake at 350F for 25 minutes or until ightly browned; remove to wire racks, cool completely.