Pecan Crisps

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour and sugar together; work in shortening until consistency of cornmeal.
2. 2
   Mix egg yolk, milk and vanilla; add to dry ingredients to make soft dough.
3. 3
   Roll out to 1/8-inch thickness on floured canvas cloth.
4. 4
   Take fingers and spread with unbeaten egg white.
5. 5
   Cut into small squares and place on ungreased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Cover top of squares with nutmeats and press them down.
7. 7
   Bake at 350°; watch carefully.