Pecan Crisps

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add egg, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. 3
   Beat well.
4. 4
   With mixer at low speed, gradually add flour.
5. 5
   Cover bowl and chill dough 30 minutes or until firm enough to handle.
6. 6
   Shape chilled dough into 12-inch log, then roll in pecans to coat outside of log.
7. 7
   Wrap in plastic wrap or waxed paper and chill several hours or overnight.
8. 8
   Cut dough into 1/4-inch slices and place on ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Bake at 350 degrees F, 10 - 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
10. 10
    Remove from cookie sheet and cool on wire rack.